What was expected to be a run of the mills shopping trip turned into lifelong memories on Friday, when fifteen kids were treated with a surprise shopping spree courtesy of former Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron.
McCarron shocked the group when he popped up at the Academy Sports in Mobile where he took photos and signed autographs. But following the greeting session McCarron handed out $150 gift cards to each kid to spend at the store.
“It was awesome just to see their faces, to see them surprised,” McCarron said as reported by WKRG 5. “It’s just a blessing to be able to give back, so just excited.