Varsity Boys Football Team Serves With Heart at Quantum House

The varsity boys football team traded helmets for hair nets on Thursday, spending an evening at Quantum House, where they prepared and served dinner and shared games and laughter with children and families undergoing medical treatment nearby.

The visit offered players an opportunity to step beyond the field and connect meaningfully with families facing challenging circumstances this holiday season. Throughout the evening, team members helped set tables, serve meals, play board games, toss a ball, and simply sit and connect with Quantum House residents.

“Watching you bring your players to Quantum House and seeing how these young men showed up was incredibly powerful. They left football on the field and arrived as something much bigger than athletes. They showed up as leaders, listeners, helpers, and compassionate human beings. They showed us what it means to be leaders of the Benjamin community,” said parent volunteer Lisa Glasband, who was joined by Leigh Arwood, whose son plays on the team. “Tonight wasn’t just about giving these kids a fun distraction; it was about making families feel seen, supported, and not alone. That kind of impact stays with people long after the night ends.”

The evening underscored the athletic program’s commitment to character development and community engagement, values central to Benjamin’s mission.

Head Coach Jason Belser noted that the team arrived together and supported one another throughout the night, reflecting the unity they strive to build year-round.

“Together, we made a difference, even if it was just for a little while,” he said.

For the football team and those they served, the night was a meaningful win rooted in service, compassion, and community.