Former High School Athlete Matt Donovan Shows Early Signs of Recovery After Injury
Matt Donovan, a former Kasson-Mantorville High School multi-sport star and college football player, is showing small steps of recovery after suffering a severe head and brain injury during a game in Mayville, North Dakota. He is hospitalized in Fargo, North…

Rochester Mason City Austin, MN, September 25, 2026 —
Matt Donovan, a former multi-sport athlete from Kasson-Mantorville High School and a college football player, is receiving medical care after sustaining a severe head and brain injury. The incident occurred during a game played in Mayville, North Dakota. The specific date of the injury is not provided in available information.
Donovan is currently hospitalized in Fargo, North Dakota, where he is reportedly showing small steps of recovery. Details regarding the specific nature of his injury and the full extent of his progress have not been released.
In support of his recovery, a GoFundMe account has been established. This fundraising effort has reportedly surpassed $100,000. The funds are intended to assist with medical expenses and other costs associated with Donovan’s recovery journey. Information about the contractor responsible for the event or any associated investigations is not available. The amount of fines, if any, levied, and any code violations or inspection outcomes are also not provided. The specific timeline for his recovery or anticipated discharge date from the hospital has not been disclosed.
Story summarized from the original created by Jason Feldman on www.postbulletin.com, see more information here.
Media gallery
