Morgan's Message Dedication Game - HCGLAX

Hi my name is Emily Steinberg, and I'm a Morgan's Message ambassador on my campus at Hunterdon Central Regional High School. Hunterdon Central Girls Lacrosse will be hosting Voorhees High School for our first ever Morgan's Message dedication game April 14th! Morgans Message strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. Morgan was a beloved daughter, sister, friend and teammate. In January 2017, just before the beginning of her sophomore season, Morgan endured a dream-shattering knee injury. She spent the next 12 months determined to return to the field, undergoing surgery and dedicating herself to an intensive rehabilitation program. Morgan struggled with this abrupt change because she felt she had lost control within her life. As a result, Morgan’s self-worth plummeted. While she presented a strong, happy and resilient face to her community, she grappled with feeling that she was not living up to her expectations. Her feelings of isolation from the team and stress caused by other relationship issues accelerated the return of anxiety and depression. This time, Morgan chose to suffer in silence, keeping family and friends in the dark as she battled her mental health. As a result, Morgan died by suicide July 11, 2019 at the age of 22.

Although her life was cut way too short, Morgan’s legacy of unconditional love remains. Her energy empowers those she has left behind to transform devastation into action. We dedicate this game to Morgan to carry on her legacy, and spread awareness about mental health. Please consider donating to allow us to host this game!