“The truth is, we all struggle. We need you. Together, we rise.” — Arlee Warriors.
Can we prevent suicide? The Arlee Warriors high school basketball team thinks so.
In Montana, which records the highest suicide rate in the United States, the Arlee players dedicated this month’s statewide high school basketball tournament to suicide prevention. To spur their cause, the Warriors made a moving video sending support to people struggling with thoughts of hopelessness and encouraging others to fight for them.
The Warriors of Arlee, where half the town’s population of 600 is Native American, are pretty amazing at basketball, too. On March 3, Arlee High School won a second straight state title, defeating Manhattan Christian School 66-58.
Arlee Warriors, you inspire us, on and off the court!
[If you or someone you know feels the need to speak with a mental health professional, you can contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741-741.]