TURLOCK, Calif. — This Saturday, April 25, Stanislaus State student-athletes and coaches once again dedicated their morning to serving the local community at the annual Love Turlock event, at Donelly Park, continuing a growing tradition of Warrior involvement.
Love Turlock is held annually on the last Saturday in April and brings the Turlock community together for a day centered on service, connection, and giving back.
Warriors from multiple programs, including men's and women's soccer, men's and women's basketball, tennis,, volleyball, and track and field, contributed to a variety of projects throughout the city. Student-athletes assisted with painting curbs, cleaning park play structures, trimming trees, pulling weeds, and performing general maintenance to help improve Donnelly Park. In addition to their hands-on work, student-athletes also spent time engaging with community members, further strengthening the bond between Stan State Athletics and the Turlock community.
This marks the fourth year of continued involvement for Stan State Athletics in the event, reinforcing the department's commitment to service beyond competition.
QUOTES FROM THE WARRIORS:
From head women's tennis coach Verek Visaraga:
"This is a great opportunity for my team to give back to the city that has supported us. It's also important for our student-athletes to engage in community service and give back to the Turlock community."
From women's soccer student-athlete Kayla Perez:
"Getting involved in the Turlock community means a lot to us as a team. It's more than what we do on the field, it's how we show up off of it and make a difference where we can."
From head men's soccer coach John Powell:
"Love Turlock is an event we have circled on our calendar every year. We are fortunate to attend school, work, and compete in a community like Turlock that supports us so well. This is a small way for us to show our appreciation."
From women's soccer student-athlete Haylee Souza:
"Being part of Stan State women's soccer is about more than competing, it's about giving back. We love serving the Turlock community and using our platform to make an impact beyond the field."
From head basketball coach Paul Trevor:
"Stan State basketball is excited to take part in the annual Love Turlock event. We're proud to support the community that continues to support us and this university."
From volleyball student-athlete Rylee Szyszka:
"Love Turlock is always a great opportunity for our student-athletes to get into the community and this year was no exception. It was awesome to see our department throughout Donnelly Park serving our city and representing Stan State."
