Dexcom, Adam Schefter Announce Dexcom U, the First NIL Program for College Athletes With Diabetes
DexCom, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXCM) has launched its inaugural program, Dexcom U, aimed at supporting college athletes with diabetes. The program features 14 athletes from 11 sports, promoting representation and inspiration for aspiring athletes facing similar challenges. A survey reveals that 43% of adults with Type 1 diabetes considered quitting sports due to their condition. Dexcom U, in collaboration with ESPN's Adam Schefter, provides mentorship and a platform for these athletes. The program emphasizes the role of continuous glucose monitoring in empowering athletes to manage their diabetes effectively.
- Launch of Dexcom U program supporting 14 college athletes with diabetes.
- Program aims to inspire aspiring athletes with diabetes and enhance representation.
- Partnership with ESPN's Adam Schefter adds credibility and advocacy.
- Survey indicates high reliance on continuous glucose monitoring tech by athletes.
- 43% of adults with Type 1 diabetes have felt like quitting sports due to their diagnosis.
- Dubbed “Dexcom U,” the multi-year program’s inaugural roster consists of 14 athletes with diabetes across 11 sports
- Program aims to offer greater representation for people with diabetes in sports and inspiration to aspiring athletes with diabetes
Dexcom U is designed to celebrate college athletes with diabetes and inspire people with diabetes who have athletic dreams of their own. (Graphic: Business Wire)
A recent survey shows the toll of diabetes can potentially halt budding athletic talent and prevent newly diagnosed people from pursuing their dreams. The survey found that nearly half (
The program, led by
“For many, having diabetes used to mean giving up on your hopes and dreams,” said
The following athletes make up Dexcom U’s inaugural roster:
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Ali Watson , Diving,Duke University -
Ava DeStefon , Cheerleading,Clemson University -
Bri Carrasquillo , Lacrosse,Yale University -
Bryce Frederick , Baseball,Towson University -
Cade Brown , Baseball,University of Oklahoma -
Caleb Fauria , Football,University of Colorado -
Carly Graham , Volleyball,Rice University -
Grant Waszak , Swimming,University of Nebraska Omaha -
Isaac Traudt , Basketball,University of Virginia -
Jarod Verkleeren , Wrestling,University of Virginia -
Leo Giannoni , Baseball,Columbus State University -
Marlee Fray , Soccer,University of Texas at San Antonio -
Paris Husic , Track & Field,Wake Forest University -
Zyian Welcher, Cheerleading,
Jackson State University
In addition to the support they receive from coaches, teammates and loved ones, these athletes rely on their
“Dexcom has always celebrated people with diabetes who push the limits and make a positive impact on their communities, which is why we saw the Supreme Court’s NIL decision as an opportunity to elevate these outstanding young athletes,” said
Additional key findings from the survey include:
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A diabetes diagnosis can be harrowing and lonesome:
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Two-thirds (
66% ) of adults with Type 1 diabetes surveyed felt alone because of the disease shortly after diagnosis and almost half (48% ) felt the need to hide their diabetes from others during this time.1 -
50% of adults with Type 1 diabetes felt that their coaches, trainers and teachers treated them differently after learning about their diagnosis.1
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Two-thirds (
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Modern diabetes technology is empowering people with diabetes to pursue their goals:
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82% of CGM users say the technology is very beneficial in helping them achieve their aspirations.1
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Representation for people with diabetes can help inspire the next generation of college and professional athletes:
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Nearly half (
48% ) of adults with Type 1 diabetes and parents to children with diabetes believe that being aware of a professional or top, amateur athlete or celebrity with Type 1 diabetes would be very beneficial for a newly diagnosed individual.1
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Nearly half (
“My Dexcom CGM is a total game-changer, allowing me to compete at the highest level knowing my diabetes is under control, and giving me, my coaches and teammates peace of mind,” said Zyian Welcher, cheerleader at
In addition to welcoming new athletes each year,
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* For a list of compatible devices, visit www.dexcom.com/compatibility.
† If your glucose alerts and readings from the G6 do not match symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.
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