CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – Boston College women's basketball head coach Joanna Bernabei-McNamee announced a new team member, signing 16-year-old Maria Rahwan through Team IMPACT.
Maria, who was diagnosed with a heart defect and down syndrome, was officially introduced at a signing day press conference Wednesday, September 20th, on campus. She will participate in many activities with the women's basketball team including games, practices, and other team events.
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.