02/02/2025
For Chrishawn Hunter, lacrosse is more than just a sport. After losing his mother at a young
age and being raised by his grandmother in the inner city of Rochester, playing lacrosse
became a huge part of his life. It gave him motivation, helped him overcome adversity, and
allowed him to find a sense of belonging. Through RocE6, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that
provides access to lacrosse equipment and coaching for low-income families, Chrishawn
was able to develop his skills and received a scholarship to play D1 Lacrosse at Syracuse
University. Giving back to his community is a driving force in Chrishawn’s life, and he
hopes to have another RocE6 graduate follow in his footsteps in the future.
Film created by Mary Genrich, Amanda Britz, Teddy Caputo, Amanda Britz, Baneet Bains
