Mary Tillman, mother of American veteran Pat Tillman, has criticized the decision to award Britain's Prince Harry the prestigious Pat Tillman Award, established by ESPN to recognize individuals with a strong connection to sports who have served others in a way that mirrors Tillman's legacy. Expressing shock and disappointment, she stated that there are more deserving recipients within the veteran community who lack the resources, connections, and privilege that Prince Harry possesses. The award, which honors Pat Tillman's sacrifice and service, is set to be presented to Harry for his work in positively impacting the veteran community through sports at the ESPYS in Los Angeles. Despite concerns from some quarters about Harry's recognition overshadowing lesser-known heroes, ESPN remains committed to celebrating the valuable contributions of the Invictus Games Foundation and its founder.