Though the Hokies wished it could have been in person, they had to adjust to the times due to CoOVID-19 protocols and change their annual event with the Women’s Resource Center of the New River Valley that takes place around the holiday season.
After hosting the event inside the Hahn Hurst Basketball Practice Center last December with over 15 families in attendance and gift openings taking place, it was a little quieter this December with there being no young children’s joyful voices being heard and emphatic laughs being multiplied with one another. However, it still was a worthwhile gathering for the team Sunday night, as the players wrapped up presents that were bought to give to the children in an effort to brighten their holiday season.
“We had a great time wrapping the presents for them,” guard Wabissa Bede said. “It makes the holidays 10 times better when you’re giving because that is the whole point this time of year. We hope they love their presents.”
The Women’s Resource Center of the New River Valley is a non-profit service organization with the mission of implementing individual and social change for a violence-free community. The organization provides programs and services to adult and child victims of sexual and domestic violence.
