FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MANCHESTER, N.H. – The Saint Anselm baseball team recently announced the signing of Davis McCabe to its team through the Team IMPACT program, an organization that aims to improve the quality of life for children facing life-threatening and chronic illnesses through the power of team.
McCabe was introduced by head coach Barry Rosen through a press conference where he signed his letter of intent to become a member of the team before breaking out a ukulele and playing a song for the team.
"Davis has really brought the team together," said Coach Rosen. "Whenever he is with us, the whole team readily interacts with him and his family. His parents tell me that he is usually shy, but is not like that at all when he is with the team."
"It is obvious that having him as part of the team has bonded us all together that much more. Wins and losses mean nothing in comparison to the joy you can see on his face," added Rosen.
McCabe suffers from Common Variable Immune Deficiency disorder (CVID), a disorder that impairs the immune system. People with CVID are highly susceptible to infection from foreign invaders such as bacteria, or more rarely, viruses and often develop recurrent infections, particularly in the lungs, sinuses, and ears.
Information for this release provided by the athletic communications staff at Saint Anselm
About Team IMPACT
Team IMPACT's mission is to improve the quality of life for children facing life-threatening and chronic illnesses by establishing and expanding vibrant team-based support networks. The organization endeavors to continually encourage a wide range of team-based organizations to open up their ranks and extend their laughter, strength and support for children facing these adverse issues, and events. For more information, visit goteamimpact.org.
ABOUT THE NE10
The NE10 is an association of 15 diverse institutions serving student-athletes across 24 NCAA Division II sports. Together we build brilliant futures by embracing the journey of every student-athlete.
Each year, 4,500 student-athletes compete in conference championships, making the NE10 the largest DII conference in the country in terms of sport sponsorship. Leading the way in the classroom, on the field and within the community, the NE10 is proud of its comprehensive program and the experience it provides student-athletes.