Jessica Pegula praises her mother’s increased presence as Kim makes her first public appearance in 14 months. Kim Pegula, the Buffalo Bills’ co-owner, stunned fans and players by making her first public appearance at the team’s training camp since a heart arrest 14 months ago. The 54-year-old Pegula was spotted watching the team practice from her SUV on a sunny Sunday, where she was greeted warmly by star quarterback Josh Allen during a brief check-in.
Kim Pegula’s participation in training camp is a watershed moment for the Bills organization and fans, who have been eager to see her return to action. Her daughter, Jessica Pegula, a well-known women’s tennis player ranked fourth in the world by the WTA, hinted that this could be the beginning of more frequent appearances while her mother recovers. Jessica Pegula gave a moving comment to the Associated Press on Sunday about her mother’s development, saying, “I think it’s kind of the next step for us as a family – how much she wants to be around all the action and the games this year.” I mean, I know she does, but it’s as if we expect it to happen.”
Jessica was unable to contact with Kim after the session, but she did speak with her father, who was pleased that Kim had returned to a Bills practice after more than a year away. “I’m glad she’s able to kind of go out and enjoy things more,” Jessica said of her mother’s recovery. “It’s been a dreadful year. It’s good for her and everyone else to know how well she’s doing.” Jessica Pegula’s Story of Saving Her Mother’s Life
Jessica detailed the tragic tragedy that occurred in June 2022, as well as the courageous steps taken to save her mother’s life, in a heartfelt editorial published in The Players’ Tribune in February. She described how her sister, Kelly, saved their mother’s life by performing CPR until help arrived. She also noted the critical role played by the paramedics who successfully restored Kim’s heart rate. The Buffalo Bills’ preseason began August 12 with a game against the Indianapolis Colts. As the club prepares for the new season, having Kim Pegula at training camp is a source of encouragement for both players and fans, demonstrating the Pegula family’s strength and endurance in the face of adversity.
