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Curry College women’s lacrosse head coach Kelsey Regan recently announced a new team member, signing 6-year-old CC through Team IMPACT. CC was officially introduced at a signing day press conference on February 11 at the Curry College Student Center. She will participate in many activities with the team including games, practices, and other team events.
"We are honored to welcome CC as a member of the Curry College Women's Lacrosse Team! Thanks to the incredible support of Team Impact, we are thrilled to have CC join us this season,” said head coach Kelsey Regan. "From the moment she became part of our team, CC’s infectious spirit, curiosity, and kindness has already made a lasting impression on our players and coaches alike. Her positive energy has brought a new sense of joy and unity to our team, reminding us of the power of sport to create bonds that go far beyond the field.”
Team IMPACT, a national non-profit organization, has developed a unique multiyear program that matches children facing serious illness and disability with college athletic teams across the country. Based on a clinical model, Team IMPACT guides a symbiotic relationship between teams and children focused on socialization, empowerment, and resilience.
Excited about her new teammate, Curry senior Casey Conneely commented, “CC joining our team has been such a special experience. She has already brought so much joy and energy, and it's been amazing to see her personality shine. Watching her confidence grow and the way she connects with our team has been incredible. We’re so lucky to have her as part of our lacrosse family, and we can't wait to share this season with her.”
Team IMPACT is excited to see CC join the Colonels,” said Emma Simches, Regional Director of Programs, Northeast at Team IMPACT. “We are proud to work with Curry College, their athletic department, and coaching staff to create lifelong bonds and life-changing outcomes between student-athletes and their Team IMPACT teammates.”
Curry College has worked with Team IMPACT for the past 13 years, matching 24 children across a number of different teams
About Team IMPACT
Team IMPACT's unique multiyear program signs children facing serious illness and disability onto college athletic teams across the country. Based on a clinical model, Team IMPACT guides a symbiotic relationship between teams and children focused on socialization, empowerment, and resilience, ensuring everyone involved has the personalized game plan they need to win – effectively building confidence and independence. Founded in 2011, Team IMPACT has matched over 3,000 children with 700+ colleges and universities in all 50 states, impacting more than 75,000 student-athletes. If you know a child or team who may be interested, please visit www.teamimpact.org.