Army West Point Athletics
Feature Friday: A Forever Teammate
September 29, 2016 | General, Women's Soccer
Feature Friday highlights the tremendous personal stories our coaches and cadet-athletes have to share on a weekly basis. Each Friday, a new feature story will be prominently highlighted on GoArmyWestPoint.com. The features will include multi-media pieces, as well as written stories by media outlets and the Army West Point athletic communications staff.
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In the spring of 2016, the Army West Point women's soccer team met someone who would change their lives forever. That person was Mya Bonilla. Mya was introduced to the Black Knights through the Friends of Jaclyn Foundation and since then has been a devoted teammate, friend and fan to the team. If it weren't for her occasional "bad" days, one wouldn't know this beautiful and youthful "princess", as the team refers to her as, is living with cancer.
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The cadet-athletes go through long and hard days of rigorous coursework, tough practice schedules and demanding military training. Since joining the team, Mya has opened the Black Knights' eyes forcing them to appreciate and enjoy all of what life has to offer. Despite being just six years old, this princess has brought new life and energy to the team. Jordan Cassalia, Pam Wishart and Clare Shea speak about what Mya means to the team and how in just a few short months has changed their lives for the better.
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To learn more about the Friends of Jacyln Foundation, click here.
Click here to read previous Feature Friday stories.
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In the spring of 2016, the Army West Point women's soccer team met someone who would change their lives forever. That person was Mya Bonilla. Mya was introduced to the Black Knights through the Friends of Jaclyn Foundation and since then has been a devoted teammate, friend and fan to the team. If it weren't for her occasional "bad" days, one wouldn't know this beautiful and youthful "princess", as the team refers to her as, is living with cancer.
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The cadet-athletes go through long and hard days of rigorous coursework, tough practice schedules and demanding military training. Since joining the team, Mya has opened the Black Knights' eyes forcing them to appreciate and enjoy all of what life has to offer. Despite being just six years old, this princess has brought new life and energy to the team. Jordan Cassalia, Pam Wishart and Clare Shea speak about what Mya means to the team and how in just a few short months has changed their lives for the better.
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To learn more about the Friends of Jacyln Foundation, click here.
Click here to read previous Feature Friday stories.
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