{"id":10709,"date":"2026-07-16T12:27:49","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T16:27:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teamimpact.org\/?p=10709"},"modified":"2026-07-16T12:27:53","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T16:27:53","slug":"friendship-series-confidence-and-kindness-avery-and-sydney-bu-hockey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teamimpact.org\/about\/blog\/friendship-series-confidence-and-kindness-avery-and-sydney-bu-hockey\/","title":{"rendered":"Friendship Series: Confidence and Kindness \u2014 Avery and Sydney, BU Hockey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avery\u2019s journey with BU Women\u2019s Hockey means so much more than cheering the team on from the stands. Through Team IMPACT, she found a team that welcomes her with open arms, a locker room where she feels she belongs, and a friendship that has helped her build confidence every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nine-year-old Avery, who lives with a neurological disorder, was matched with BU women\u2019s hockey in 2024. Since then, the Lady Terriers have shared many unforgettable memories with Avery. One teammate in particular, Sydney, grew a special bond with Avery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-9-16 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Avery and Sydney, BU Hockey\" width=\"563\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BnAxuB70G7A?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201c<strong>Avery\u2019s life has really changed with the confidence she sees with not only Sydney but the entire Boston University ice hockey team,<\/strong>\u201d Avery\u2019s family shared. \u201c<strong>The confidence that these young ladies have and the kindness that Sydney shows Avery is amazing.<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sydney exudes kindness in both the big moments, and the small ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After exciting games, Avery loves to head into the locker room and take her place beside Sydney while listening to the coaches\u2019 postgame speeches. She joins in to the locker room dance parties and celebrates alongside the team as if she has always been on the roster. Sydney extends their bond beyond the season as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When she stayed behind on campus last summer, she made sure to stay connected with Avery, inviting her out to a special ice cream date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their connection has been fostered through shared traditions and meaningful moments. The pair made special friendship bracelets, creating a physical reminder of the special bond they have built throughout their time together. Avery has also had the opportunity to attend some of the team\u2019s biggest events, including the media day, and sitting rink side during the Beanpot tournament warm-ups at TD Garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These experiences may create lasting memories, but it is Sydney\u2019s friendship that has left the biggest impact on Avery.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"10711\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery2.jpeg?resize=576%2C1024&#038;quality=89&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery2.jpeg?resize=576%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery2.jpeg?resize=169%2C300&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 169w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery2.jpeg?resize=768%2C1365&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery2.jpeg?resize=864%2C1536&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 864w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery2.jpeg?resize=1152%2C2048&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery2.jpeg?w=1320&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"10712\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery3.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;quality=89&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery3-scaled.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery3-scaled.jpeg?resize=200%2C300&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery3-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery3-scaled.jpeg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery3-scaled.jpeg?resize=1365%2C2048&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1365w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery3-scaled.jpeg?w=1707&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1707w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery3-scaled.jpeg?w=1600&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" data-id=\"10710\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery1.jpeg?resize=800%2C534&#038;quality=89&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery1-scaled.jpeg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery1-scaled.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery1-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C512&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery1-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery1-scaled.jpeg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery1-scaled.jpeg?w=1600&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Avery1-scaled.jpeg?w=2400&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI nominate my teammate Sydney for Teammate of the Year because she was super-duper nice to me, and always there for me when I needed her most,\u201d Avery said. \u201cThank you so much Sydney for giving me an awesome year, you added so much more to my life, and I am very thankful to have you as a friend.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avery\u2019s words remind us of what Team IMPACT is all about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friendship is not about grand gestures. It exists in the little moments, shared laughter, friendship bracelets, ice cream dates, and dance parties. It stems from inclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Together, they have created a kind of friendship that extends far beyond the rink. One built on trust, joy, and the belief that everyone deserves a place where they belong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Avery, that place is the locker right next to Sydney\u2019s.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Avery\u2019s journey with BU Women\u2019s Hockey means so much more than cheering the team on from the stands. 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