{"id":47092,"date":"2024-06-25T09:47:15","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T16:47:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.road2recovery.com\/?p=47092"},"modified":"2024-07-17T07:58:03","modified_gmt":"2024-07-17T14:58:03","slug":"matt-buyten","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.road2recovery.com\/athlete-causes\/matt-buyten\/","title":{"rendered":"Matt Buyten"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Matt Buyten Sweepstake. Enter To Win a 2001 Honda cr 80! $10 per ticket. All proceeds from this sweepstakes go directly to supporting Matt\u2019s recovery! Click here to learn more.<\/span>Matt Buyten Sweepstake. Enter To Win a 2001 Honda cr 80! $10 per ticket. All proceeds from this sweepstakes go directly to supporting Matt\u2019s recovery! Click here to learn more.<\/span><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Update from Matt Buyten- 07\/2\/24<\/strong><\/p>\n

First of all, I\u2019d like to thank everyone that has donated. My wife, Krystal, and I are beyond speechless and forever grateful. Everyone\u2019s generosity has been far and beyond! The moto community and people not in moto that have donated is just amazing. THANK YOU!!!<\/p>\n

I am so thankful for everyone that has been on top of getting things handled and set up to make the situation easier on my family. I owe everyone so much. I\u2019m content with being done riding. I have been very fortunate to have a great career with amazing sponsors (you know who you are) and just to be free and ride my dirt bike for a living for 22 years is so cool. It always amazes me that we can ride our bikes and make people happy. Love it!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The biggest thing I\u2019m focusing on is healing and being the best I can be for our two-and-a-half-year-old son, Jett. I have to be the best dad to him, so that\u2019s my new goal in life: for Jett and being there for my family. I\u2019m not sure we could make this happen without everyone\u2019s generosity. My wife and I have been able to rotate the focus on healing and going into rehab strong. Thank you, everyone!<\/p>\n

Left to right: Jack Jackson, a local photographer; Cole Shondeck, a local pro; and Arron Hill, an ex-local pro who has been coming down to help me with knowledge on what\u2019s to come.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

On June 23, 2024, X-Games Gold Medalist and freestyle Motocross rider Matt Buyten sustained severe injuries during a qualifying event for Loretta Lynn\u2019s National at the South Central Amateur Regional Championship at Thunder Valley in Lakewood, CO. Competing in the senior 40+ pro class, Matt was involved in a high-impact crash near the starting gate, resulting in multiple serious injuries, including several broken ribs, two fractured vertebrae, and a severed spinal cord.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Following the accident, Matt was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital in Lakewood for assessment and treatment. He has since undergone surgery on his spine to address the injuries. Due to the severity of his spinal cord injury, Matt's surgeon has determined that he will not be able to walk again, and he has no feeling from his chest down.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Currently hospitalized in Lakewood, CO, Matt is awaiting further stabilization from doctors. Although he is covered by insurance, the financial implications of his hospitalization and extensive physical therapy are expected to be significant.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Matt's unwavering work ethic and determination, which have been evident throughout his riding career, now drive his preparations for the challenging recovery ahead. He remains focused on being the best husband and father he can be. If you are able to support Matt during his recovery, please consider contributing to Matt's Road 2 Recovery Cause Page here. Your generous donations will play a pivotal role in supporting his rehabilitation efforts and ensuring he can devote all his energy to his recovery journey. Additionally, messages of hope and healing are warmly welcomed and greatly appreciated.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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\n April 23, 2025 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Christine Ford <\/h3>\n \n \n

\n April 22, 2025 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Katy Schoen <\/h3>\n \n \n

\n March 30, 2025 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n John and Sheryl Preston <\/h3>\n \n \n

\n December 24, 2024 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n On behalf of John and Sheryl Preston\n <\/p> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Anonymous <\/h3>\n \n \n

\n November 25, 2024 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Dylan Linnell <\/h3>\n \n \n

\n November 18, 2024 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Anonymous <\/h3>\n \n \n

\n October 27, 2024 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n John Mckenzie <\/h3>\n \n \n

\n October 26, 2024 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Dennis Enarson <\/h3>\n \n \n

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\n Anonymous <\/h3>\n \n \n

\n September 25, 2024 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Denise Facey <\/h3>\n \n \n

\n September 24, 2024 <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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