DID YOU KNOW?
1 in 5 adults with Type 1 diabetes stopped participating in a sport or other physical activity because of their diagnosis, and two-thirds felt that achieving their goals would be easier without diabetes.*
Research insights and community conversations revealed common misconceptions about living with diabetes and physical activity.
To continue to empower people with diabetes, Dexcom is launching the very first NIL program specifically designed to support college athletes with diabetes, Dexcom U.
ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter shares this breaking news and more details about this new Dexcom program.
*Data on File, 2022
INTRODUCING DEXCOM U
Partnering with 14 college athletes from across the nation living with diabetes, this program aims to inspire the diabetes community, further educate coaches, teachers, and support teams, and continue to spread awareness to the public about athletics and diabetes.
While these athletes compete at the highest collegiate level, they represent a larger community of Warriors passionate about their place on the field, court, or track. Beyond student athletes, they are team players, mentors, students, friends and family – and they want to help show the world that living with diabetes doesn’t have to hold you back from reaching your goals.
This is the first inaugural class of athletes, but it’s just the beginning. A new class of athletes will be given the same opportunity as athletes graduate and roster spots open up on the DexcomU team.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
To equip friends, coaches, and trainers who help support people with diabetes, we’ve created a free educational resources to help explain:
- What is diabetes?
- How continuous glucose monitoring technology (CGM) works
- How people with diabetes use CGM before, during and after activity
- steps for how to better support people with diabetes
Understanding the relationship between diabetes and exercise goes beyond athletes. Here are some additional resources from our non-profit partners that explain the impact and benefits of exercise with diabetes.
Non-Profit Partner Resources
Beyond Type 1 - https://beyondtype1.org/diabetes-and-exercise/
JDRF - https://www.jdrf.org/t1d-resources/living-with-t1d/exercise/
Beyond Type 2 - https://beyondtype2.org/diabetes-and-exercise/
Check out these resources today and share them with those in your circle!
MEET OUR WARRIORS
Yale University, Lacrosse
Bri Carrasquillo
Bri is a Junior at Yale on the women’s Division 1 Lacrosse team. She uses her Dexcom CGM & Omnipod insulin pump to manage her diabetes with confidence on the field and off.
University of Virginia - Wrestling
Jarod Verkleeren
Jarod is a wrestler at the University of Virginia where he was named an NWCA All-American. He’s a former cadet World Champion and was a top 20 seed at the 2020 NCAA championships.
University of Texas at San Antonio - Soccer
Marlee Fray
Marlee is a Senior at the University of Texas and a forward on the women’s Soccer team. With the support of her Dexcom CGM & Tandem insulin pump, her sights are set on playing professionally after college.
Towson University - Baseball
Bryce Frederick
Bryce plays Division 1 baseball at Towson University, which is right in his hometown. He shares his glucose numbers with his trainers so they can monitor his levels during games, freeing him up to focus on the field.
Clemson University - Cheerleading
Ava DeStefon
Ava is a Division 1 competitive cheerleader at Clemson University. Diagnosed with diabetes at age 5, she credits it for building her into the person and athlete she is today.
University of Colorado - Football
Caleb Fauria
Caleb is a freshman competing as a tight end on the Division 1 University of Colorado Football team. He hopes to show the younger generation of athletes with diabetes that they can still achieve their goals with hard work and a positive mindset.
Rice University - Volleyball
Carly Graham
Carly is a Division 1 volleyball player at Rice University. She was diagnosed with diabetes the day before her Sophomore season, but didn’t let it slow her down and was recently named Conference USA Setter of the Year.
University of Virginia - Basketball
Isaac Traudt
Isaac is a Freshman at the University of Virginia where he will be competing at the Division 1 level on the men's Basketball team as a Power Forward. During games, at night, and in everyday life, Issac finds comfort in always knowing his numbers with Dexcom CGM.
Jackson State University - Cheerleading
Zyian Welcher
Zyian is a Junior at Jackson State University on the Division 1 level Cheer team. Being a cheerleader with diabetes motivates her to prove to people that diabetes doesn’t define her or her successes.
Wake Forest University - Track and Field
Paris Husic
Paris is a Junior at Wake Forest University where he competes in track and field specializing in the decathlon. With his Dexcom CGM & Tandem insulin pump, Paris is able to live out his dream of being a Division 1 athlete and compete in one of the most challenging events.
Murray State University - Baseball
Cade Brown
Cade is a pitcher on the Murray State University baseball team. During practices and games, he’s able to know where his glucose levels are at with his Dexcom CGM, which helps him continue to reach new goals.
Duke University - Diving
Ali Watson
Ali is a Senior on Duke University’s Swimming and Diving team. With the support of her Dexcom CGM, Ali continues to make waves in her sport and was recently named the Most Valuable Athlete for the 2020-2021 season by her team.
Columbus State University - Baseball
Leo Giannoni
Leo is a pitcher on the Columbus State University baseball team. Using his Dexcom CGM has allowed him to continue performing at his best, on the field and on a daily basis doing what he loves without feeling held back.
University of Nebraska Omaha - Swimming
Grant Waszak
Grant is a Sophomore on the University of Nebraska-Omaha men's Swim and Dive team. He finds opportunities to motivate those newly diagnosed, sharing his story and reminding them that it is still possible to reach your goals with diabetes.
Want To Get Involved?
Share your experience living with diabetes with your circle and the diabetes community. Help in spreading the message about how your diabetes diagnosis doesn’t or didn’t stop you from achieving your goals.
If you’re interested in joining the Dexcom U team, sign up to become a Dexcom Warrior and state your interest within the sign-up form. We look forward to hearing from you and learning about your diabetes journey.
† The Dexcom G6 sensor and transmitter are water-resistant and may be submerged under eight feet of water for up to 24 hours without failure when properly installed. The receiver is not waterproof nor water-resistant.
* Smart devices sold separately. For a list of compatible smart devices, visit www.dexcom.com/compatibility.
