Washington State University Tennis announced a new team member, signing 10-year-old JoLynn Garrett through Team IMPACT, on Jan 7, 2026.
JoLynn, who is navigating life with Williams syndrome, officially signed with the team today in Pullman. She will participate in many activities with Washington State Tennis, including games, practices, and other team events, over the next two years.
Team IMPACT, a national non-profit organization, has developed a unique multiyear program that matches children facing serious illness and disability with college athletic teams across the country. Based on a clinical model, Team IMPACT guides a symbiotic relationship between teams and children focused on socialization, empowerment, and resilience.
"We are excited to welcome JoLynn to the Cougar Tennis family," said WSU Head Coach Josh Graetz. "She has already made quick friendships with the team and we look forward to having her a part of our program for the coming years. Let's Go JoLynn!"
About Team IMPACT
Team IMPACT's unique multiyear program signs children facing serious illness and disability onto college athletic teams across the country. Based on a clinical model, Team IMPACT guides a symbiotic relationship between teams and children focused on socialization, empowerment, and resilience, ensuring everyone involved has the personalized game plan they need to win, effectively building confidence and independence. Founded in 2011, Team IMPACT has matched more than 3,000 children with 750+ colleges and universities in all 50 states, impacting more than 75,000 student-athletes. If you know a child or team who may be interested, please visit www.teamimpact.org.
THE JOLYNN GARRETT FILE:
Favorite color: red
Favorite candy: nerds gummy clusters and jolly ranchers
Loves to play ice hockey and pickleball
Plays Zelda on her switch in her spare time
Has an enormous smile and infectious laugh
