Kansas City Chiefs CEO's Daughter Ava Hunt Undergoes Surgery After Falling Down a Mountain

Ava Hunt is recovering from a terrifying fall. Earlier this week, the youngest daughter of Kansas City Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt underwent surgery after falling down a mountain during a hike.

Clark's wife, Tavia Shackles, recounted the scary incident on her Instagram Story alongside a photo with her 18-year-old daughter.

"This little thang fell down the mountain today on a hike & went to the ER for surgery on a deep wound," Tavia wrote. "It's been a looong day. Praise God she's in recovery and already smiling. Please pray for a quick & complete recovery!"

Ava also provided an update on her Instagram Story , revealing that she was enjoying watching the Olympics from home after her surgery.

"Surgery went very smoothly and I'm back at home watching my favorite @simonebiles!! I'm feeling great (but I might still be a little drugged up)," she wrote. "Thank you for all of your sweet messages and prayers!!"

Ava is an incoming freshman at Southern Methodist University. She's committed to the cheer team at the Dallas, Texas, college.

Clark and Tavia tied the knot in 1993. In addition to Ava, the longtime couple shares Gracie, 25, andKnobel, 22.

The busy season is fast approaching for the Chiefs. The reigning Super Bowl champs started training camp in July, where star tight end Travis Kelce returned from his globe-trotting summer with girlfriend Taylor Swift with a brand new look .

The team will have their first preseason game on Saturday when they travel to Jacksonville to take on the Jaguars. They'll kick off the regular seasonon Sept. 5 when they take on the Baltimore Ravens at home.

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