Women's Basketball Defends Against Homelessness
October 05, 2015 | Women's Basketball
Less than a week after Los Angeles' City Hall announced a "state of emergency" to fight homelessness, the Trojan women's basketball team responded with a service trip to the Los Angeles Mission this past Friday.
Trading in basketballs for aprons and serving gloves, the team whipped up meals for the mission's patrons, sharing smiles and words of encouragement along the way.
In addition to preparing chicken and serving hot dogs, the 13 Trojan student-athletes toured the LA Mission's facilities and gained a deeper appreciation for the improvements made by those that seek assistance from the mission.
According to the Los Angeles Mission's website, 53,000 homeless men, women and children roam the Los Angeles streets. Under its core values, the mission believes that homelessness is a temporary condition that, when desired, can be overcome with personal healing, educational assistance, housing and employment.
Of course, the team also shared what they know best, donating 10 basketballs to the facility and setting up a few pick-up games before the meals were served. In total, the women's basketball team shared 52 hours of service.
The Women of Troy open their regular season on Nov. 13 vs. Hope International.
For more information on the Los Angeles Mission and how to make a difference, click here.
