A mother is outraged that Prince Harry was given an award that was created to honor her deceased son.

The loss of a loved one is a pain that never truly fades, and for Mary, the mother of soldier Pat Tillman who tragically passed away in 2004 while serving in Afghanistan, the wound is still raw. Her son, an American football star who made the brave decision to join the US Army after the events of 9/11, was a true hero in her eyes. So when she heard that Prince Harry was set to receive an award in her son's name at the upcoming ESPY Awards, she couldn't help but speak out against it.

The ESPY Awards, a prestigious event in the world of sports, will be honoring Prince Harry with The Pat Tillman Award for his work with the Invictus Games, an event he founded to support and empower veterans through the power of sports. While ESPN, the broadcasting company behind the awards, claims that the British royal has made a positive impact in the veteran community, Mary and others are questioning the decision to give him this specific award.

Mary, who was not consulted in the decision, expressed her shock and disappointment, stating that there are more deserving recipients of the award who do not have the same privilege and resources as Prince Harry. She believes that these individuals who are working tirelessly to assist veterans should be the ones recognized, not a controversial and divisive figure like Prince Harry.

The controversy stems from the fact that Prince Harry has been involved in various controversies that have called into question his suitability for this award. A petition has been launched, demanding that ESPN chooses a new winner, arguing that awarding it to someone who does not embody the true intent of the award disrespects Pat Tillman's memory and diminishes its value. Many are also pointing out that last year, the award was given to members of the Buffalo Bills training staff who saved a dying player on the field, a true display of service and sacrifice.

For Mary and many others, Pat Tillman was a true hero who gave up a lucrative career to serve his country. His bravery and sacrifice were recognized with the Silver Star and Purple Heart, and his memory lives on as an inspiration to many. While Prince Harry's efforts with the Invictus Games may be commendable, some believe that it does not align with the true spirit of the Pat Tillman Award.

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