Teen Athlete Connor Cowell Overcomes Spinal Injury After Reno Pool Accident
Connor Cowell, a senior at McQueen High School, suffered a severe spinal injury after diving into a poorly lit pool in Reno. He remains in the ICU at Renown Regional Medical Center, where surgeries have stabilized his neck and early signs of recovery are emerging. A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $30,000, and his mother, Trina Hofbauer, expresses gratitude for the overwhelming support.
Jul 23, 2026