The University of Akron Athletics
Akron Cheer and Dance Signs Team Impact Athlete, Skylar
November 17 | Cheerleading
AKRON, Ohio -Â The Akron Zips cheerleading team welcomed a new member to the program as Skylar , a Team IMPACT recruit, made it official during a signing day celebration.
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"We always look for athletes that have a positive attitude and push through hardships," Spirit Teams Coordinator Lauren Hesley said. "She embodies all of these characteristics and perfect fit for our spirit squad. I can't wait to see her thrive and grow in our program."
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As an official team member, Skylar will attend practices, games, and other team events throughout the season. Skylar is six years old and was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma. She lives in Akron, OH with her family; Mom (Carolyn), Dad (James), and brother (Kaden). Skylar is outgoing, smart, loving, determined, and has a great sense of humor. She loves cheer, being outdoors, riding bikes, and swimming. She enjoys makeup, skincare, and having her nails done. She is a big fan of Inside Out and Descendants. Some of her favorite foods are McDonalds chicken nuggets and Panera mac & cheese.
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ABOUT TEAM IMPACT
Team IMPACT is the only U.S. nonprofit that tackles the emotional trauma and social isolation experienced by children facing serious and chronic illnesses by matching them with a college athletic team. The two-year therapeutic program complements a child's medical treatments, allowing the child to develop relationships and skills that help them complete the full circle of healing. Through participation in Team IMPACT's clinically informed program, children experience a true sense of belonging, resulting in increased empowerment, normalization, health promotion, and resilience.
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Founded in 2011, Team IMPACT has matched more than 3,800 children with 800+ colleges and universities in all 50 states, impacting more than 95,000 student-athletes.
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Team IMPACT has more than 1,200 teams across the country waiting to be matched with children, ages 5-16, who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening or chronic illness and who could benefit from becoming a member of the team. For more information, please visit www.teamimpact.org.
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"We always look for athletes that have a positive attitude and push through hardships," Spirit Teams Coordinator Lauren Hesley said. "She embodies all of these characteristics and perfect fit for our spirit squad. I can't wait to see her thrive and grow in our program."
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As an official team member, Skylar will attend practices, games, and other team events throughout the season. Skylar is six years old and was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma. She lives in Akron, OH with her family; Mom (Carolyn), Dad (James), and brother (Kaden). Skylar is outgoing, smart, loving, determined, and has a great sense of humor. She loves cheer, being outdoors, riding bikes, and swimming. She enjoys makeup, skincare, and having her nails done. She is a big fan of Inside Out and Descendants. Some of her favorite foods are McDonalds chicken nuggets and Panera mac & cheese.
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ABOUT TEAM IMPACT
Team IMPACT is the only U.S. nonprofit that tackles the emotional trauma and social isolation experienced by children facing serious and chronic illnesses by matching them with a college athletic team. The two-year therapeutic program complements a child's medical treatments, allowing the child to develop relationships and skills that help them complete the full circle of healing. Through participation in Team IMPACT's clinically informed program, children experience a true sense of belonging, resulting in increased empowerment, normalization, health promotion, and resilience.
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Founded in 2011, Team IMPACT has matched more than 3,800 children with 800+ colleges and universities in all 50 states, impacting more than 95,000 student-athletes.
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Team IMPACT has more than 1,200 teams across the country waiting to be matched with children, ages 5-16, who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening or chronic illness and who could benefit from becoming a member of the team. For more information, please visit www.teamimpact.org.
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