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Mikey Curran Signs His Letter of Intent Through Team IMPACT
November 07, 2024

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Athletics

Curry College Men's Basketball head coach Phil Alibrandi recently announced the addition of 13-year-old Mikey Curran to the team through Team IMPACT, a nonprofit organization that pairs children facing serious health challenges with college athletic teams.

Mikey Curran Singing Letter of Intent

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"We are thrilled to welcome Mikey to our team! His energy and enthusiasm are truly contagious, and we can’t wait for him to bring that positivity to our basketball program,” said Alibrandi This addition to our team is a perfect example of the strength that comes from inclusion and teamwork."

Mikey was officially introduced at a signing day press conference at Curry College on Tuesday, November 5. He will participate in a variety of team activities such as games, practices, and other events.

“When we all met Mikey, we clicked instantly. Having him on our team teaches us the importance of inclusion, and I also think this partnership will give Mikey a great experience. He’ll be hanging around us in a constant environment of love and respect.” -Dekel Cohen Sharon ‘25


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“Team IMPACT is excited to see Mikey join the Colonels,” said Emma Simches, Regional Director of Programs, Northeast at Team IMPACT. “We are proud to work with Curry College, their athletic department, and coaching staff to create lifelong bonds and life-changing outcomes between student-athletes and their Team IMPACT teammates.”

About Team IMPACT

Team IMPACT's unique multiyear program signs children facing serious illness and disability onto college athletic teams across the country. Based on a clinical model, Team IMPACT guides a symbiotic relationship between teams and children focused on socialization, empowerment, and resilience, ensuring everyone involved has the personalized game plan they need to win – effectively building confidence and independence. Founded in 2011, Team IMPACT has matched over 3,000 children with 700+ colleges and universities in all 50 states, impacting more than 75,000 student-athletes. If you know a child or team who may be interested, please visit www.teamimpact.org.