CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – Boston College Women's Volleyball Head Coach Jason Kennedy announced a new team member, signing 12-year-old Leah Tran through Team IMPACT. Leah, who was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, was officially introduced at a signing day press conference on Tuesday, April 18th on campus. She will participate in many activities with the women's volleyball team including games, practices, and other team events.
Team IMPACT, a national non-profit organization, has developed a unique multi-year 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.