Wright State’s men’s basketball program celebrated a special signing day at the Mills Morgan Center/Setzer Pavilion, where head coach Clint Sargent formally welcomed 14‑year‑old Shane to the roster.
Sargent, who has led the Raiders for several seasons, described the partnership with Team IMPACT as an extension of the team’s commitment to community and to the power of sport to inspire.
Shane, who lives with Bardet‑Biedl syndrome and stage 2 fatty liver disease, joined the program through the nonprofit’s national network that pairs children facing serious illness and disability with college athletic teams across the United States.
A Decade of Partnership
Team IMPACT, a nonprofit that has been collaborating with Wright State for a decade, matches youngsters with college squads to foster socialization, empowerment and resilience, using the shared experience of competition as a catalyst for growth.
Since its inception, the organization has connected more than 4,500 children with over 850 colleges in all 50 states, impacting roughly 110,000 student‑athletes who have witnessed the transformative effect of inclusion.
The signing not only highlights the Raiders’ ongoing dedication to outreach but also underscores the broader narrative of how sports can break down barriers and celebrate the strengths of every participant.