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Evans Inspires 9 Year Old To Share His Story

JMU All-American, Dawn Evans, has been an inspiration to those with FSGS and Nephrotic Syndrome since she was diagnosed in 2009.  The February 27th game against Hofstra was no different.  Families affected by these kidney diseases are often seen at JMU games watching Evans play and that day the Rosario family was there. 

Nine year old Jake Rosario, who has been diagnosed with Nephrotic Syndrome, was brought to the game to find inspiration in Evans.  After the game Jake and his family had the opportunity to meet Dawn, which led to the events of the next week. 

An article written about the game and Dawn Evans was sent to Jake's mother, Paula.  Eager to share the story Paula sent the article to her son's teachers and principal.  Gai