PRIDE IN THE COMMUNITY

Hofstra University student-athletes were active in the community this spring. Members from our 17 athletic teams combined on 12 community service projects, ranging from visiting schools and hospitals, raking leaves at local homes, to fundraisers for a few terrific organizations.  Hofstra student-athletes have shown their dedication by giving their time and talents to the concept of helping others in their community time and time again.

Below are some of the projects that our student-athletes took part in this spring semester.

Girl Scout Day; February 10

Student-athletes from our women's soccer, field hockey, volleyball, and women's lacrosse teams took part in this event that gathered troops for an evening of recreation and camaraderie amongst the Girl Scouts of Nassau County.

Reading With Pride; March 2

Members of the following teams traveled to local elementary schools and read to children from pre-k to first grade. The event recognized the birthday of Dr. Seuss, and his message on the importance of reading for children.

• Baseball
• Men's Golf
• Men's Tennis
• Women's Cross Country
• Women's Golf
• Women's Soccer
• Volleyball

Special Olympics of Long Island Polar Plunge; March

Team members from women's soccer, field hockey, and women's lacrosse teamed up and plunged into the frigid waters of the Long Island Sound in an effort to raise funds for the Special Olympics of Long Island. Hofstra student-athletes raised over $2,500 and had a terrific experience while helping out a wonderful organization.

St. Baldrick's Day at Hofstra University; March 14

Men's soccer coaches Richard Nuttall and Jonathan Adams participated in this event by shaving their heads in support of children's cancer research. The coaches were part of a team that raised $19,000 for the foundation. Members of our field hockey team helped promote the event by hanging flyers around campus the week before the event. On the day of the event, members of our men's tennis team assisted with organizing participants and clean up.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ronald McDonald House; March 18

Members of our women's lacrosse team traveled to the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island where they prepared a brunch for patients going through cancer treatments, along with their families and loved ones.

Long Island Children's Museum Circus Walk; March 19

Hofstra University student-athletes from our women's cross country team took part in this year's Long Island Children's Museum Circus Walk. The students helped set-up barriers and secure the street for the parade, as well as interacted with young children who were in attendance.

HEADStrong Event at Hofstra University; March 31

Our men's lacrosse team, in conjunction with the Colleluori family, held a day of fundraising for the HEADStrong, while the Pride took on Towson University. Members of our wrestling team volunteered throughout the day to help run the merchandise tent for HEADStrong

Volleyball Breast Cancer Tournament; April 14

The Hofstra University volleyball team hosted a tournament on April 14 in which all proceeds were donated to breast cancer research and advocacy.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Long Island Clinic; April 18  

Members of our men and women's soccer teams spent the afternoon hosting a recreational day on campus for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island. The afternoon was filled with soccer games and drills that stressed the importance of fitness and exercise.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Think Pink Game; April 24

The Pride softball team wore pink uniforms and the funds raised from the sale of merchandise were donated to help raise awareness for breast cancer research.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Let All The Children Play Festival; May 5

Team members from the Hofstra men's basketball team took part in the opening day festivities for the Let All The Children Play Inclusive Playground in Eisenhower Park. The team played games and were involved in the many activities of the day for young children with special needs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The INN; May 10, 2012

Members of our women's basketball team took a visit to the Interfaith Nutrition Network (The INN) in Hempstead, NY.  Student-athletes helped the less fortunate of the community by serving meals and interacting with visitors.