NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — Local NewsAugust 19, 2026Hillsborough
Former Jefferson High School quarterback Stephen Garcia schedules surgery following cancer treatment
Former quarterback Stephen Garcia is preparing for surgery next month after completing chemotherapy and radiation for stage 4 colorectal cancer. He is also organizing a fundraiser for his foundation.
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A local public figure is undergoing a major medical procedure and hosting a community fundraising event.
Key Facts
- Stephen Garcia is a former quarterback for Jefferson High School and the University of South Carolina.
- Garcia has completed chemotherapy and pelvic radiation treatment.
- Garcia has been diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer.
- Garcia is scheduled to undergo surgery next month.
- Garcia is currently organizing a fundraiser for his foundation.
Who's Mentioned
organizationUniversity of South Carolina“University attended by Stephen Garcia.”organizationFOX 13“News outlet reporting on the story.”personStephen Garcia“Former Jefferson High School and University of South Carolina quarterback curren”locationLutz“Location of the fundraising event.”organizationJefferson High School“High school attended by Stephen Garcia.”locationJefferson High School“High school attended by Stephen Garcia”locationUniversity of South Carolina“University attended by Stephen Garcia”organizationQuarterback Your Health“Non-profit organization founded by Stephen Garcia.”locationHilton Garden Inn Tampa Suncoast Parkway“Venue for the upcoming fundraising gala.”