MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. - The RMU women's basketball team made a massive impact beyond the court, recording nearly 182 hours of community service this season.

Community service is a huge part of the women's basketball program as it allows the student-athletes to make a positive impact beyond the court. Through volunteering, mentoring youth, supporting local organizations, and participating in community events, the team develops leadership skills, builds meaningful connections, and represents the values of our university. Community service helps to teach the importance of giving back, fostering teamwork, and using their platform to create a lasting difference in the lives of others.

This past season, the women's basketball program recorded nearly 182 hours of community service, which featured service at Best of Batch Foundation, Pittsburgh Children's Hospital, J.H. Brooks Elementary School, and UPMC Matilda Theiss Health Center. The team helped Best of the Batch Foundation set up a Halloween haunted house as well as a canned food and toy drive. The Colonials also hosted a Teddy Bear Toss game in which the bears were donated to UPMC Matilda Theiss. At the Pittsburgh Children's Hospital, the Colonials gave out Halloween costumes to the children. Rounding out their community service, the Colonials went to J.H. Brooks Elementary School once a month from August to February and spent the morning helping them learn math and reading.

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"Our program places a strong emphasis on serving others. I'm proud of our players and staff for leading the way in community service this semester, and we remain committed to making a positive impact in Moon Township and the greater Pittsburgh communities," - Chandler McCabe, Head Coach

"Community service allows our student-athletes to make an impact far beyond basketball. We believe in developing leaders who serve others, represent our university with pride, and leave a positive mark on the communities around them. " - Laryn Edwards, Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator

"This year of community service reminded me that small efforts can actually make a difference and that helping others can be rewarding in ways you don't expect" - Mallory Daly, Junior Guard