The Kindness Continues For These Two Kings Who Went Viral

December 10, 2025

Two kings once walked onto a high school football field under the glow of Friday night lights.

Last weekend, they walked into the SEC Championship together.

Homecoming kindness
Trey and Jake

The story began in Roswell, Georgia, when Roswell High School quarterback Trey Smith was named Homecoming King. As the crowd cheered, Trey did something unexpected. He removed his crown and sash and gently placed them on the head of Jake Jeffries — the team’s biggest fan.

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A high school quarterback created a viral, heartwarming moment when he gifted his homecoming crown to the team's top fan. The inspiring moment in Roswell, Georgia, saw Roswell High School QB Trey Smith present his king sash and crown to fellow senior Jake Jeffries, a student with Down syndrome who has never missed a game. Footage of the unexpected gesture immediately went viral, with the school calling it a reminder of "true kindness" that made everyone's night.
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Jake, a senior with Down syndrome, had never missed a game. For years, he had been on the sidelines cheering, celebrating, and belonging. In that moment, Trey showed that Jake wasn’t just a fan — he was part of the team.

The heartfelt gesture quickly went viral. Fox News called it a powerful example of kindness, and Roswell High School said the moment was a reminder of what “true kindness” looks like.

For Jake’s father, the moment was unforgettable. Seeing his son fully accepted by his peers was something no parent would ever forget.

But the story didn’t end there.

Dunkin’ surprised Trey and Jake with tickets to the SEC Championship game between Georgia and Alabama, sending the two friends to one of the biggest stages in college football — side by side.

Homecoming kindness
Trey and Jake