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The Allstate NACDA Good Works Team is made up of 60 student-athletes (20 per season) across all sanctioned men’s and women’s college sports and divisions who go above and beyond in volunteerism and civic engagement, complementing their achievements in academics and sports.
Click on each team member’s image below to learn more about them and the inspirational work that they do.
Congratulations, Shelby Bavin!
Captain of the 2025-26 Allstate NACDA Spring Good Works Team.
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2025-26 Allstate NACDA Spring Good Works Team |
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| Allyson Alden |
Shelby Bavin |
Olivia Black |
Sean Casey |
| Boise State University |
University of Virginia |
Florida Gulf Coast University |
University of Michigan-Dearborn |
| Beach Volleyball | Graduate |
Women's Rowing | Senior |
Softball | Graduate |
Men's Golf | Junior |
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| Skylar Ciccolini |
Andrew Fang |
DJ Freese |
Isaiah Frost |
| University of Missouri |
Binghamton University |
Columbia College |
University of Missouri |
| Women's Outdoor Track & Field | Graduate |
Men's Tennis | Senior |
Men's Golf | Graduate |
Baseball | Graduate |
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| Yasmin Harris |
Aaron Jones |
Regan Kelly |
Jacy Knox |
| Rowan University |
Surry Community College |
Hartwick College |
University of Health Sciences
and Pharmacy |
| Women's Lacrosse | Senior |
Baseball | Sophomore |
Women's Lacrosse | Senior |
Softball | Junior |
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Gray Mitchum
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Kamden O'Connor
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Annie Sallick
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Cody Sheets
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| UNC Wilmington |
Rice University |
Rollins College |
Regis University |
| Men's Golf | Graduate |
Men's Outdoor Track & Field | Junior |
Women's Tennis | Junior |
Baseball | Junior |
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Ellen Shepard
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Brooke Stayner
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CJ Smith
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Gabe Zeldes
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| RIT |
University of Montana |
Florida Gulf Coast University |
Wayne State University |
| Women's Rowing | Senior |
Women's Outdoor Track & Field | Senior |
Men's Tennis | Junior |
Baseball | Junior |
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Allyson Alden
Boise State University | Beach Volleyball | Graduate
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 Allyson Alden is a graduate student and beach volleyball athlete at Boise State  University who is dedicated to advancing mental health awareness among young people. She launched Allyson Alden’s Block Party, a season long fundraising initiative that donates pledges for every ace or block she records to BroncoBOLD’s High School Ambassador Program, empowering students to lead mental health efforts in their schools. Drawing from her own experiences, Allyson uses sport as a platform to promote resilience, reduce stigma, and encourage open conversations around mental health. An all-conference honoree consistently recognized for her academics, she is committed to making an impact both on and off the court. |
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Shelby Bavin
University of Virginia | Women's Rowing | Senior
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  Shelby Bavin is a senior coxswain at the University of Virginia (UVA) who has demonstrated extraordinary dedication to emergency services and community leadership. She has volunteered more than 2,000 hours as a firefighter and EMT, responding to emergency calls and serving the greater Charlottesville community with professionalism and compassion. Beyond emergency response, Shelby serves in many other communities. She is deeply involved with Athletes in Action (FCA) and co led UVA’s Operation Christmas Child initiative, delivering hundreds of gift boxes to children in need around the world. Additionally, she leads a Bible Study for the rowing team, has supported nonprofit organizations as a grant reviewer through UVA’s Champions of the Community program, and coaches local youth to promote teamwork and sportsmanship. A recognized servant leader, she is a recipient of the ACC Top Six for Service Award and consistently exemplifies integrity and commitment both on and off the water.
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Olivia Black
Florida Gulf Coast University | Softball | Graduate
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  Olivia Black is a graduate student and softball player at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) whose leadership has driven meaningful community impact across Southwest Florida. As Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Community Service Chair and President, she has organized initiatives addressing food insecurity, healthcare access, youth development, and disaster response, while also leading long term service at Golisano Children’s Hospital and mentoring young athletes through FGCU Softball clinics. Olivia’s most sustained impact has come through Habitat for Humanity, where she has mobilized teammates and helped build two homes for families in need, contributing hands on support from construction to key presentation. A steady leader on and off the field, Olivia exemplifies community resilience through service, mentorship, and action.
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Sean Casey
University of Michigan-Dearborn | Men's Golf | Junior
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 Sean Casey is a senior golfer at the University of Michigan-Dearborn who is deeply committed to serving underserved communities through his volunteer work at Detroit’s Cabrini Clinic, where he assists in providing medical care to uninsured Hispanic patients. Fluent in Spanish and pursuing a path in medicine, Sean uses his skills to support patients with compassion and dignity. He is a consistent Dean’s List student and a recognized academic leader, earning honors such as NAIA Scholar-Athlete and WHAC All Academic Team. In 2025, Sean was awarded both the Dearborn Difference Maker Award and the Daniel E. Little Civic Engagement and Community Service Award for his outstanding dedication to community service.
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Skylar Ciccolini
University of Missouri | Women's Outdoor Track & Field | Graduate
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 Skylar Ciccolini is a graduate student in outdoor track and field at the University of Missouri  who is deeply committed to serving underserved populations. She has dedicated hundreds of service hours to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness through her long term involvement with Turning Point Homeless Center, including organizing Someone Else’s Shoes, a multi-year shoe drive providing essential resources to those in need. Skylar has also contributed to food insecurity relief efforts, youth mentorship programs, and community outreach through local schools and service organizations. A nationally accomplished athlete and academic honoree, she consistently uses her platform to uplift and support those most in need. |
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Andrew Fang
Binghamton University | Men's Tennis | Senior
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 Andrew Fang is a senior tennis student-athlete at Binghamton University who is committed to mentoring youth and expanding access to sport through tennis. He has served in leadership roles with Tennis Charities of Binghamton, including the Game, Set, Grow! and PLAAY programs, where he mentors middle school students, leads on court activities, and helps expose youth to higher education opportunities. Andrew also secured grant funding to provide long term tennis equipment for the PLAAY program, ensuring sustained access to quality programming for local youth. A standout competitor and scholar, he is an Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar and Rafael Osuna Sportsmanship Award recipient and a member of Binghamton’s Scholars Program. |
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DJ Freese
Columbia College | Men's Golf | Graduate
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 DJ Freese is a graduate student golfer at Columbia College who has demonstrated a sustained  commitment to youth mentorship and golf development through service, coaching, and leadership. He has mentored young athletes through summer camps, junior golf programs with the South Carolina Junior Golf Association, and internships supporting tournament operations and player development. DJ also played a pivotal role in rebuilding high school golf programs at Abbeville and Dixie High Schools, helping reestablish Dixie’s program and guiding it to a state championship in its first year back. Academically and athletically driven, he holds dual undergraduate degrees, is pursuing two master’s degrees, and has recorded multiple top 25 collegiate finishes while continuing to serve the game in leadership roles.
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Isaiah Frost
University of Missouri | Baseball | Graduate
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  Isaiah Frost is a graduate student baseball player at the University of Missouri who is committed to youth mentorship and community engagement. He has dedicated significant service to Columbia Public Schools as a recess and lunch mentor, supporting elementary students through school based outreach, holiday initiatives, and MLK Day of Service programming. Isaiah has also contributed through Mizzou Athletics and local nonprofits, volunteering with food banks, youth organizations, animal welfare initiatives, and community service events. A consistent academic leader, he is a multi-year Dean’s List student and SEC Academic Honor Roll honoree who leads through service both on and off the field.
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Yasmin Harris
Rowan University | Women's Lacrosse | Senior
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  Yasmin Harris is a senior lacrosse student-athlete at Rowan University who is deeply committed to strengthening community connection and advocating for mental health. Through leadership roles in organizations such as Circle K International, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., and The Hidden Opponent, she has led fundraising, advocacy, and hands on service initiatives supporting children, women, refugees, and underserved communities locally and globally. Yasmin also fosters mental wellness and belonging on campus through initiatives centered on stress relief, inclusion, and student engagement, while serving as a campus ambassador and mentor. A nationally recognized scholar athlete, she leads with purpose, empathy, and a belief that meaningful impact is built through service and connection.
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Aaron Jones
Surry Community College | Baseball | Sophomore
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 Aaron Jones is a sophomore baseball student-athlete at Surry Community College who  exemplifies leadership, service, and character both on campus and in the community. As President of the Student Government Association and President of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), he has played a key role in fostering a culture of service and faith-based leadership, leading initiatives that support fellow students and strengthen campus engagement. Aaron is actively involved with organizations such as the Foothills Food Pantry, local homeless shelters, nursing homes, and youth outreach programs, where he consistently gives his time to serve others. He also mentors younger students through middle school visits and faith based leadership initiatives and supports inclusive events like the Special Olympics and Senior Games. A leader on and off the field, Aaron is a President’s List student, NJCAA Region 10 All Academic honoree, and a contributor to SCC Baseball’s run to the NJCAA World Series. He was also recognized as a finalist for the N4CSGA Outstanding Community Service Award.
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Regan Kelly
Hartwick College | Women's Lacrosse | Senior
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 Regan Kelly is a senior lacrosse student-athlete at Hartwick College whose commitment to  cancer advocacy and service is deeply personal. Inspired by her father’s life saving bone marrow transplant, Regan helped lead an NMDP (formerly Be The Match) Get in the Game registry drive on campus, adding dozens of new potential donors and ultimately helping generate a life saving match. Her leadership created a powerful full circle moment for her team and community, demonstrating the real world impact of service rooted in personal experience. A team captain and resilient leader, Regan exemplifies how compassion, advocacy, and action can truly save lives.
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Jacy Knox
University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy | Softball | Junior
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  Jacy Knox is a junior softball student-athlete at the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy (UHSP) who is deeply committed to serving others through her leadership with the American Red Cross. Selected as one of just 13 students nationwide for the Red Cross Collegiate Leadership Program, Jacy returned to campus as a Blood Program Leader and successfully organized two record breaking blood drives, collecting 80 units of blood and helping save up to 240 lives. Beyond the Red Cross, she volunteers extensively with hospitals and children’s organizations, supporting patients and families through hands on service. A recognized leader and scholar, Jacy consistently uses her platform to create life saving impact within her campus and community.
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Gray Mitchum
UNC Wilmington | Men's Golf | Graduate
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 Gray Mitchum is a graduate student golfer at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) whose leadership and compassion made a profound impact on his team and community through cancer awareness advocacy. After his assistant coach was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Gray organized and led a fundraising campaign that raised more than $30,000 to support the coach and his family, while also creating awareness initiatives within the golf community. His efforts helped unite teammates, alumni, and supporters around a shared cause and demonstrated exceptional servant leadership. A respected leader on and off the course, Gray is a CAA champion, Second Team All CAA honoree, and recipient of UNCW’s Soaring Seahawk Award for integrity, character, and inspiration.
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Kamden O'Connor
Rice University | Men's Outdoor Track & Field | Junior
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  Kamden O’Connor is a junior student-athlete in outdoor track and field at Rice University who is deeply committed to serving individuals who are often overlooked in the community. He has dedicated nearly 2,000 service hours to Camp Blessing Texas, where he serves as both a cabin leader and clinician, providing full time care and medical support for campers with special needs. Kamden also volunteers at Houston Methodist Hospital through Team CLARITY, where he supports elderly patients and was recognized as Volunteer of the Month and Volunteer of the Year for his compassion and impact. As Community Service Chair for Rice’s SAAC, he led campus wide initiatives addressing food insecurity, mobilizing hundreds of student-athletes and generating thousands of donations for the Houston Food Bank. |
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Annie Sallick
Rollins College | Women's Tennis | Junior
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 Annie Sallick is a junior tennis student-athlete at Rollins College whose advocacy  for childhood cancer is deeply personal and purpose driven. As Vice President of Philanthropy and Tennis Events, she led the creation of a Rollins Tennis Pro Am benefiting Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital, establishing the program’s first formal partnership with Orlando Health. Annie managed event planning, partnerships, and athlete engagement to unite both the men’s and women’s teams around a shared philanthropic mission. Through leadership and sport, she uses tennis as a platform to support children and families navigating serious illness.
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Cody Sheets
Regis University | Baseball | Junior
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 Cody Sheets is a junior baseball student-athlete at Regis University who is dedicated to  serving children and youth through inclusive, community focused engagement. He has supported initiatives such as Team IMPACT, Global Inclusive sports practices, and Unified athletic events, helping create welcoming environments for young participants of all abilities. Cody has also contributed to campus and neighborhood service efforts through community clean ups, youth focused events, and volunteer support at university athletic competitions. On the field, he serves as a key relief pitcher for the Regis baseball team while consistently leading through service and teamwork off the field.
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Ellen Shepard
RIT | Women's Rowing | Senior
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 Ellen Shepard is a senior rower at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) who is committed to strengthening communities through long term, systems focused service. As President of the College of Science Student Activities Board, she has led initiatives that foster belonging and student success, including the creation of a peer mentoring program supporting dozens of new students each year and campus wide efforts addressing food insecurity and community connection. Ellen also supports student learning and accessibility as a teaching assistant, supplemental instruction leader, and notetaker for deaf and hard of hearing students, creating inclusive learning environments grounded in empathy and persistence. Through both campus leadership and community engagement, Ellen exemplifies service that helps communities not just function, but flourish.
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Brooke Stayner
University of Montana | Women's Outdoor Track & Field | Senior
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 Brooke Stayner is a graduate student in outdoor track and field at the University of Montana whose service is rooted in healthcare advocacy, education, and lifesaving action. As a stem cell donor and national advocate with NMDP’s Get in the Game initiative, Brooke completed a nine hour donation procedure that helped save the life of an individual with leukemia and has since worked to recruit fellow student athletes to the national registry. She also serves her campus and community as a teaching assistant in anatomy and physiology, a hospital volunteer, and a mentor dedicated to strengthening healthcare access and understanding. Recognized for both service and scholarship, Brooke exemplifies a lifelong commitment to advocacy, empathy, and action in healthcare.
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CJ Smith
Florida Gulf Coast University | Men's Tennis | Junior
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 CJ Smith is a junior tennis student-athlete at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) whose  service is rooted in showing up for others and building meaningful connections. As a SAAC representative, he has played a central role in leading FGCU’s partnership with Team IMPACT, helping foster a genuine, ongoing relationship between the men’s tennis program and honorary teammate Caleb Ziegelbauer. CJ ensured Caleb was fully integrated into the team experience through regular communication, practice involvement, and consistent support, creating a lasting sense of belonging for both Caleb and the program. Beyond Team IMPACT, CJ contributes through campus and community initiatives that promote inclusion, support children in need, and strengthen community connection.
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Gabe Zeldes
Wayne State University | Baseball | Junior
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 Gabe Zeldes is a junior baseball student-athlete at Wayne State University who is dedicated to  youth mentoring and children’s literacy through hands on community engagement. He has supported a wide range of initiatives including children’s hospital toy drives, book donation programs, food bank efforts, adaptive recreation activities, and partnerships with organizations such as Team IMPACT, Make A Wish, and youth sports camps. Working closely with campus and national SAAC, Gabe helps create meaningful connections between student athletes and young people across the Detroit community. A strong scholar athlete, he is a Division II2 ADA Academic Achievement Award recipient, GLIAC All Academic honoree, and an aspiring medical school student who leads through service on and off the field. |
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