FAIRFIELD, Conn. – In a partnership with Team IMPACT, Fairfield University Men's Basketball has officially signed Jahson ("Juju") to be a part of the Stags family. The signing was held in the Walsh Athletic Center following a team practice on Sunday, Oct. 5. Juju, his parents, and his sister Jaiana will join the Stags at games, practices, and other team events.
"We are thrilled and honored to have Juju and his family as a part of our team," said Head Coach
Chris Casey. "Our guys really enjoying interacting with Juju and Jaiana, and we look forward to having their whole family with us throughout the upcoming season and beyond."
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.
To date, Team IMPACT has facilitated nearly 4,000 matches across more than 800 college campuses.