UNO Athletes to Give and Find Inspiration at Mighty Mavericks Event

UNO’s Sapp Fieldhouse is the place to be on Saturday, September 9th from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. It’s the site where the 6th Annual Mighty Mavericks Family Focus Event will take place. The free event is a partnership between University of Nebraska Omaha Athletics, United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska, Children’s Respite Care Center and Ollie Webb Center. It’s designed to introduce youth and adults with differing abilities to Maverick players — giving them a chance to show their skills of their favorite sports and play right alongside college athletes.

“This is a social and fun opportunity to experience many sporting activities. There is something for everyone. It is a great way to connect and make some friends, and that’s what this is really all about,” said Sarah Tselentis, Director of Marketing and Communications at Children’s Respite Care Center.

Fans of all ages will be able to make their way along the indoor Fieldhouse Court where UNO athletes representing many different sports will come together with fans and participate in activities. Just a few of the offerings to choose from are: testing your hockey skills, work on dribbling and passing the basketball, show off your best tennis serve, snap a photo with Durango the Mavericks’ mascot, and top it off with brunch with The Pancake Man!

“We are very grateful to the student-athletes, coaches and staff of UNO Athletics who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the kids and their families of our community. We are extremely proud to partner with them in this event,” said Anne Brodin, Director, Finance and Services of UCP of Nebraska.