Louisiana Tech RB Jaqwis Dancy Announces He's Cancer Free

Louisiana Tech sophomore running back Jaqwis Dancy announced Friday that he is cancer-free.

According to the team's official website, Dancy was diagnosed with stage 3 Hodgkin lymphoma in October.

After learning of the positive news, Dancy released the following statement:

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It felt amazing when I heard the news that I am cancer-free. It was something I have been waiting to hear since I was diagnosed and I can't wait to share my happiness with all my teammates. I especially want to thank the LA Tech family and everyone who supported me in this fight. The support I have received since the beginning has been amazing. My biggest goal right now is to get back on the field with my teammates.

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The Arkansas native did not play in 2016 after seeing limited action offensively as a freshman in 2015.

Bulldogs head coach Skip Holtz also commented on Dancy's diagnosis:

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We are thrilled about the positive news and to hear about the progress he has been making in his battle against cancer. It has been a tough fight for Jaqwis and his family. There is still work to do, but this is certainly positive news to celebrate. As much as anything, I am thrilled for him and his mom for what they have been through. At this point, it is nice to know he is cancer-free and we are optimistic, but we know he still has some work to do.

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Dancy's teammates supported him during the 2016 season with decals on their helmets while he went through chemotherapy sessions.

He was a special teams standout during his freshman campaign, particularly on punt and kick return coverage.

While leading rusher Jarred Craft will return for Louisiana Tech as a senior in 2017, Dancy has a chance to carve out a role for himself on offense provided he continues to progress in his recovery.