 LeGrand is a living epitome of the award’s motto and proves to be a worthy addition to the men and women who have previously received the award.That group includes NCAA wrestling champion, Anthony Robles, who was born with only a right leg; Northern State coach Don Meyer, who beat cancer and devastating injuries from a car crash and went on to set the men's college basketball record for most career victories; and Kevin Everett, the former Buffallo Bills tight end who suffered an injury similar to LeGrand's in a 2007 game.In August 2012, LeGrand was named the most influential person in New Jersey sports by the "Star Ledger".