{"id":8414,"date":"2025-07-08T09:44:23","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T13:44:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teamimpact.org\/?p=8414"},"modified":"2025-07-08T09:44:26","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T13:44:26","slug":"friendship-series-lainey-taylor-temple-womens-volleyball","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teamimpact.org\/about\/blog\/friendship-series-lainey-taylor-temple-womens-volleyball\/","title":{"rendered":"Friendship Series: Lainey &amp; Taylor, Temple Women\u2019s Volleyball"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When Lainey joined the Temple volleyball team in January of 2024, she didn\u2019t just gain a team\u2014she gained a family. From the very start, one teammate stood out for her warmth, commitment, and genuine care: Taylor Davenport.<\/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=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8418\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3489-Katy-Martin.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&#038;quality=89&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3489-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3489-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3489-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3489-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3489-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1920&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3489-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1600&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8419\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3493-Katy-Martin.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&#038;quality=89&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3493-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3493-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3493-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3493-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3493-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1920&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_3493-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1600&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Lainey, who lives with cerebral palsy, social environments can sometimes feel overwhelming or uncertain. But with Taylor by her side, that changed. Their connection grew from simple meetups into something deeply personal and truly transformative. \u201cTaylor deeply adores Lainey\u2014not out of obligation, but out of true care and affection,\u201d Lainey\u2019s mom, Katy, shared. \u201c<strong>She takes the time to really get to know Lainey and consistently goes the extra mile to make her feel seen, valued, and special.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What started as a Team IMPACT match has grown into a deep and genuine friendship. From shared celebrations to everyday moments, Lainey and Taylor have created a connection that shows the power of inclusion, support, and showing up for one another.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"2025 Teammate of the Year: Lainey &amp; Taylor, Temple Volleyball\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UGHpNuN00UQ?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\">And that feeling is mutual. Lainey looks up to Taylor with admiration, and it\u2019s easy to see why. Whether it\u2019s on the court, at a birthday BBQ, or just hanging out, Taylor has made Lainey feel like she belongs\u2014not just as a guest, but as a teammate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One favorite memory? The entire team\u2014players, coaches, and families\u2014came together to celebrate Lainey\u2019s 9th birthday with a backyard pool party and BBQ. \u201cThe day was filled with love, laughter, and joy,\u201d Katy said, \u201cbut <strong>the best part was seeing Lainey beam from ear to ear the entire time. 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srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lainey4.jpeg?resize=1024%2C682&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lainey4.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lainey4.jpeg?resize=768%2C512&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lainey4.jpeg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lainey4.jpeg?w=1751&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1751w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lainey4.jpeg?w=1600&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since joining the team, Lainey\u2019s growth has been undeniable. Her confidence has soared, and she now approaches new situations with courage and excitement. The safe, supportive environment the Temple team created\u2014especially through Taylor\u2019s leadership\u2014has helped Lainey open up, strengthen her communication skills, and build lasting friendships. Most importantly, that confidence has stretched beyond Team IMPACT, showing up in other parts of Lainey\u2019s life in unexpected ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201c<strong>Our favorite thing about Lainey\u2019s bond with Taylor is how genuine and unbreakable it is<\/strong>,\u201d Katy reflected. \u201c<strong>Taylor has made Lainey feel truly valued, seen, and special, and in return, Lainey has inspired Taylor in meaningful ways, teaching her life lessons through her strength and spirit.<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8421\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5536-Katy-Martin.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&#038;quality=89&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5536-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5536-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5536-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5536-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5536-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1920&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5536-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1600&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8416\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_1165-Katy-Martin.jpeg?resize=682%2C1024&#038;quality=89&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_1165-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=682%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 682w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_1165-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=200%2C300&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_1165-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_1165-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_1165-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1365%2C2048&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1365w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_1165-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1706&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1706w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_1165-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1600&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8422\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5538-Katy-Martin.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&#038;quality=89&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5538-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5538-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5538-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5538-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5538-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1920&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.teamimpact.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_5538-Katy-Martin-scaled.jpeg?w=1600&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their friendship is more than just a match\u2014it\u2019s a reflection of what true connection looks like. A space where both Lainey and Taylor bring out the best in each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, Lainey feels included and empowered. And thanks to Taylor Davenport and the entire Temple volleyball team, she knows she belongs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When Lainey joined the Temple volleyball team in January of 2024, she didn\u2019t just gain a team\u2014she gained a family. 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