SVC Sophomore Day & Autism Awareness Week
Skagit Valley College Basketball will celebrate Sophomore Day while also recognizing Autism Awareness Week this Saturday, February 21st as the Cardinals take on Bellevue College!
Men โ 4:00 PM
Women โ 6:00 PM
The men's game is a battle for 1st place in the North Division, and the women are going for their 6th straight win!
We need your energy in the gym โ come out and pack the GYM!
๐ Sophomore Recognition
Women's Basketball Honorees:
Grace Trichler
Alyssa Larson
Paige Mason
Allie Heino
Men's Basketball Honorees:
Parker Nickerson
Blaine Granberg
Bennett Howe
Both teams are currently 2nd in the North Division and have officially qualified for the NWAC Basketball Championships.
๐ NWAC Championship Dates:
โข March 4โ6 (Top 16)
โข March 13โ15 (Final Four)
๐ Columbia Basin College โ Pasco, WA
More information: https://nwacsports.com/Championship_Central_Basketball
*There will be a M/W Basketball Post-Season Send off the first week of March in the Cardinal Center- specific Day & time will be announcedย Next week
๐ Coaches for Autism Awareness
SVC Athletics is proud to support the Coaches for Autism Awareness campaign (formerly Coaches Powering Forward) in partnership with Autism Speaks. This national initiative brings together college and high school basketball programs to promote inclusion and awareness for individuals on the autism spectrum.
Since 2014, Autism Speaks has distributed more than 9,000 puzzle piece pins to over 450 schools nationwide, helping teams champion inclusivity on and off the court.
About Autism
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects communication, behavior, and social interaction. Autism affects 1 in 31 children and 1 in 45 adults in the United States. Each individual has unique strengths and challenges.
Autism Speaks Mission
To create an inclusive world for all people with autism through advocacy, services, research, innovation, and lifelong support.
๐ Donations will be accepted at the gate.
Thank you for supporting our student-athletes and helping redefine what's possible for individuals with autism.
ย
