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had an opportunity to mingle with the youngsters even more, some coloring with the young ones, while others built things and some even put puzzles together with them.

Fox said the situation that prompted the lock down made for an even more enjoyable time with the kids.

“Being secured with the kids was a lot of fun,” she said. “It’s crazy to think that the little ones do not know what is happening outside. They just continue business like usual. They were super excited that we got to play with them longer! It was a fun day and glad I was apart of it.”

For Johnston, who has partook in Dr. Seuss day before, said this day was crazy, but it was fun.

“It was quite nerve racking to be with the kids during such a crazy time,” she said. “Obviously nobody had planned for such an incident and suddenly I felt responsible for taking care of a number of young kids I don’t know. I know some of the kids were scared but they didn’t really know what was going on. I believe us being there with them distracted them for all the craziness.”

Medina said doing things like this is good for the college and the players to get out in the community. She knows her team enjoyed being a part of the day.

“The team really enjoyed it and I know I’m biased, but we have some great girls that went above and beyond today,” the coach said. “I am very thankful for this group of athletes and the community that provides these great opportunities for them.”

— Written by Mark Rein