MIAMI (CBSMiami) — This Veterans Day a number of organizations are teaming up to help veterans in need.
On Friday, in South Miami, Miami Heat greats Alonzo Mourning and Glen Rice paid a visit to Archie Coates, a 32-year disabled Army veteran.
“We are very grateful and thankful and this is our way of showing our appreciation,” Mourning said as he presented Coates a team ball.
Coates tried to hold his composure but he had to step away. His emotions were overwhelming him.
His little brother spoke up.
“He doesn’t know how to take this.