I
am 13 years old, and I have been playing girl's basketball, in different
leagues, for many years now. After breaking my nose more than once during games,
I was thinking about the possibility of not having the sport I absolutely love,
in my life. It really was a distressing time for me. Then I heard about
this custom made "mask" being worn by the pros. I did some research on the
internet and found the man that makes these masks; Jeremy Murray from the
Michigan Hand and Sports Rehab center. My prayers were answered and I am
back in the game!
The mask has become part of me; part of my uniform.
During games, my face really takes a beating and with the mask on, I do not
even blink. I no longer realize the pummeling my face takes because of the
protection that the mask gives me.
The great part is that I did not
have to fly to Michigan to have the mask made. I had my orthopedist,
Dr. Douglas Avella, make a mold of my upper face and I shipped it off to
Mr. Murray. That was it! Done! The mask came back a perfect fit, and I
feel alive again! As corny as it sounds, having this protective face mask
that fits "like a glove" has truly been a gift from above! Thanks Jeremy Murray!!
Theresa Picciallo
Press Releases/News
State Champions!!
12-03-2012
Congratulations to the Dakota Varsity Women's Volleyball Team and Coaches!
This past Saturday, coach Tracie Ferguson led the Cougar Volleyball Team to Dakota's first volleyball State Championship! The Cougars won every game and match during the tournament!! Congratulations on an outstanding season!!
A special 'congratulations' goes out to Tori P., who has been wearing one of our masks for nearly 2 years! Well done, ladies!