But perhaps what gives Callahan the most joy is being around people she loves. From there, word has gotten out, thanks to social media. Ambassadors can reach back out to Dona for presentations on a variety of topics, We supply ambassadors with science-based, factual information and then encourage conversation, she said of the support the organization lends. North Is playing for Morgans Message, founded by the family of Morgan Rodgers, a former Duke lacrosse player who died by suicide in 2019. It was a no-brainer in her mind to honor former Duke womens lacrosse player Morgan Rodgers who lost her life to suicide in July 2019. This story originally appeared in the 14.7 Issue of GoDuke The Magazine February 2023. She was used to being a star. If they need to call you at 3 a.m., youre there at 3 a.m.. She sustained an injury during a lacrosse practice at Duke University in January 2017; following surgery and six weeks of no-weight bearing recovery, she began WebConcluded her prep career with a total of 303 goals, 63 assists, 228 ground balls, 460 draw controls and 115 caused turnovers in 56 games Served as captain of the U15 national In 2014, Morgan Rodgers was known for her abilities as both a lacrosse player and artist coming out of Kettle Run High School in Northern Virginia. She likes to journal, work on puzzles and Sudoku or play games on her iPad that put her mind to work. Its okay to not be okay, Callahan reiterates. Greater Huntington Please purchase a subscription to read our premium content. racist or sexually-oriented language. The 2018 election through then Republican candidate Mark Harris' eyes. Morgans Message strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. Click here to download our iPhone app. She had gone to therapy for anxiety in high school. Be Proactive. Prior to the start of each game, both teams gathered for brief remarks and a moment of silence in Rodgers' memory. Both Cornell and Jacksonville raised money and awareness for Morgan's Message at the game. ", Bracken said of the relationship between parents and kids, "I want for student-athletes and for parents to have an open communication.". Warrenton, Va. Kettle Run. Use the 'Report' link on She was able to run, but not at full speed and wasnt cleared to play, said her mother. Don't Threaten. A few miles southeast of Warrenton off Meetze Road is the Central Fauquier Sports Complex. It is this depth of character that provided encouragement and inspiration to so many, but it was her contagious laugh and infectious energy that embody Morgans irreplaceability. Ideally we would like to have representatives from all the sports teams on every campus, said Morgans mother -- and Morgans Message founder -- Dona Rodgers. Thats a charity named for Morgan Rodgers, a womens lacrosse player at Duke University who died by suicide in 2019 at the age of 22. Its kind of cool to see our relationship grow from patient to therapist to now where its also a working relationship where we try to tackle the stigma of mental health together while also talking about things I continue to struggle with.. In March 2018, Morgan asked to take a semester off. Shot by DE Morgan Rogers, SAVE Reagan Collins. If mental health issues come to light from an on-campus conversation, Morgans Message offers resources and directs ambassadors to experts who can help navigate the situation. In addition to playing lacrosse, Morgan Rodgers also coached young athletes in local lacrosse clubs, This is the logo for Morgans Message program, Morgan Rodgers played lacrosse for Duke University before she injured her knee. Morgan Rodgers loved music. I want to spread that passion and love for every aspect of sports thatMorganhad. I wondered if shed ask what happened and what went wrong., We were sitting around, and we were like, Something needs to be done. I was so sad that Morgan passed. Chance of rain 80%. We'd love to hear eyewitness Morgans Message has made such an impact, even outside of Warrenton, and is taking big steps towards the end of the mental health stigma in athletes. I think Annas had a really nice trajectory here, said head coach Kerstin Kimel. We heard a pop. More resources are available here. It was never something that we thought was a problem. -- Abigail Beattie, Kettle Run High School. Keep it Clean. We were told she would be cleared to play in about a year and we all felt that that was a realistic goal, said her mother. In the classroom, Morgan was a bright student with limitless curiosity; on the field, a talented athlete with relentless drive; in her sketchbook, a gifted artist with keen attention to detail; and in all spaces, a fiercely loyal friend. She was light-hearted, very into music and dancing, and, overall, a ray of sunshine, said Kat Zempolich, who grew up 20 minutes from Rodgers but didnt meet her until they played together at Duke. In 2019, Morgan Rodgers, who played midfield for Duke Universitys girls lacrosse team, died by suicide. Copyright USA Lacrosse Magazine We want kids to normalize conversations surrounding mental health, she added. Click here to sign up for email and text alerts. "And it was the most beautiful thing, because it's exactly why I wrote it.". WebThe official 2016 Women's Lacrosse Roster for the Duke University Morgan Rodgers. I hope that it will allow those students who are struggling with mental health to feel more comfortable in reaching out for help. You name it, I just think its nice to get those things open and off my chest because that will help me play a little more free.. I hope that we can honor Morgan's life by building an even more caring and comfortable environment for student-athletes at Exeter.. The growth is due, in large part, because of the demand for resources. We hope that you continue to enjoy our free content. On the field, Callahan is exuding a level of confidence and comfort to match her intensity. I am aMorgans Message ambassador at Highland School, and I amMorgans cousin. She would be like, What do you want? And Id be like, My mom makes this Ramen crunchy salad. She knows what shes good at and she sticks to that. I think (my work with Morgans Message) has allowed me to learn how to connect with a multitude of different people, whether that be in Morgans Message itself directly or in the outside community, Callahan said. Thu May 19 2022 | Beth Ann Mayer | College Were doing so much, yet it feels like so little sometimes because people are still passing and Im sure there are more people we dont hear about because they dont get publicity.. She was granted medical leave by the university. But also she was incredibly athletic and talented and gifted. Thats maturation. Following her injury, Morgan saw an off-campus counselor and had a local therapist to see when she was home. Her love for her teammates is one of a multitude of reasons Callahan is a part of the Duke womens lacrosse leadership council. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. I decided to become an ambassador because this topic means the world to me. In addition to undergoing surgery and rehabilitation, the young woman struggled with loss of control over her life and her self-worth plummeted. Greater Rockville Centre But theres so much more to them as people too. If youre in crisis, there are options available to help you cope. Morgan's story is tragic and painful, but sadly, On college campuses in the United States, around 30% of women and 25% of men who are student-athletes report having anxiety, according to data shared by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). pic.twitter.com/59XOKKZVNd, You are not alone??? Special to the Fauquier Times. She cared a lot about her friends.. She committed suicide at 22. Covering all the great things happening on Long Island and its vibrant downtowns. She was so excited, and we all sighed a breath of relief, thinking she was going to overcome this, recalled her mom. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. She recently accepted an invitation to serve on the associations board. Already know which subscription you'd like? Dona Rodgers became involved with the Mental Health Association of Fauquier County and took the youth mental health first-aid course, something shed like everyone to consider. I heard aboutMorgans Message through social media when they first started. In the fall of 2018, she reapplied to the school with her doctors permission and appeared to be her old self.. Looking at the ambassador response in just a few months, we know we have tapped into something. [CDATA[ DURHAM, N.C. -- The Duke University campus is mourning the loss of a student. Research suggests student-athletes are more likely to experience mental health issues like anxiety and depression than the general population. Vanderbilt's Cailin Welles Bracken discussed the pressures that athletes face. Morgans Message recruits and supports ambassadors at high schools, colleges and universities, who organize meetings to encourage dialogue around mental health. I think I lot of times we tie in our identity to just who we are as an athlete and the whole message is that youre more than just an athlete.. Thank you! You have permission to edit this article. What started as a podcast called The Mental Matchup in 2020 has grown into a movement. Morgans Message is clear: as an athlete, there is no shame in seeking physical healthcare -- the same should be true for mental healthcare. One year after her injury, her recovery wasnt where they had hoped it would be. Her dream came true in the fall of 2014 when she accepted an Then, things came crashing down literally in practice. I think the worst part for me was the reality check of life after sports because that was such a big part of my life, she said. Fast forward just over two years, Morgans Message has 2,290 ambassadors on 901 campuses across 42 states and in Canada and England according to the Morgans Message program website. Youre almost in a pressure cooker where you are going to blow if you dont get the support for what you are feeling.. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. People, especially athletes, often overlook their mental health or tend to focus more on their physical health, said Bosshardt, who helped champion the cause and organize Exeters involvement. I think I am his longest standing patient at Duke, Callahan said about how she and Zeplin have grown at Duke together. A tenacious individual, she gave 100 percent of herself to every passion, project and person she encountered. Click 'View all rates' below to see our online subscription options. I have a lot of great people supporting me and Im very very fortunate to be at a place like Duke where mental health is a priority. Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates. Its really hard to put into words how special its been to see something I had a very small part in getting started grow into something that so many people seek a lot of advocacy through. Zempolich coached with Rodgers that summer, and she seemed better than before. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, There are now 950 ambassadors. A podcast where we share stories about the mental health journeys of fellow athletes. You need you here, point-blank.. Girls and boys lacrosse teams shine the spotlight on mental health awareness. The two had monthly dinners, and Rodgers went all out. One turf field is named Morgan D. Rodgers Field, in honor a Fauquier hometown athlete who loved her community and her sport. Greater Babylon Download it here. Dona Rodgers said, The first ambassadors were people who knew Morgan and maybe had her as a coach in school. As a person with ADHD, Callahan understands it is important to stimulate herself with something interesting to keep her mind working. for 365 days. The education piece is so key, Zempolich said. She went down and screamed. On Wednesday, October 12, at Sentara Park, two rival teams, James Madison University and Virginia, came together for something greater than just a lacrosse game we came together to break the mental health stigma by playing in honor of Morgan Rodgers and in support of Morgans Message . Be Truthful. Our Spectrum News app is the most convenient way to get the stories that matter to you. She spent the next 12 months determined to return to the field, undergoing surgery and dedicating herself to an intensive rehabilitation program. 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