Penn State golfer named spring captain of Allstate NACDA Good Works Team

Cleveland-area native Jami Morris recognized for raising $280,000 for local cancer care through 'Hit Fore Hope' golf event. 

NORTHBROOK, Ill., May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Penn State women's golfer Jami Morris, a Cleveland native and founder of one of Northeast Ohio's most successful student-run cancer fundraisers, has been named spring captain of the Allstate NACDA Good Works Team. Morris leads a class of 20 standout student-athletes honored for excellence in community service, academics and athletics.

After her mother was diagnosed with lymphoma in 2016, Morris turned a personal challenge into a mission to help others. She founded Hit Fore Hope, a charity golf event held at her home course in Cleveland, with an initial goal of raising $10,000 for University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center. That goal quickly grew into a movement: in just three years, Morris raised more than $280,000 to support cancer research, patient care and family services.

"Hit Fore Hope started as a way to honor my mom, and I never imagined it would grow like this," said Morris. "Being named captain of the Good Works Team is proof of what can happen when a community comes together with purpose."

In addition to leading Hit Fore Hope, Morris collaborates with University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center in Cleveland to ensure funds directly benefit critical programs. A passionate advocate for student-athlete service, she actively speaks about cancer awareness and encourages young people to drive meaningful philanthropic change.

"As a cancer survivor, I know the power of turning adversity into action," said Holly Rowe, ESPN reporter, play-by-play commentator and Allstate NACDA Good Works Team Ambassador. "What Jami has accomplished with Hit Fore Hope is truly inspiring, and I'm proud to see her named captain of the Good Works Team."

The Allstate NACDA Good Works Team (Spring) recognizes 20 student-athletes from NCAA Divisions I, II, III and NAIA, spanning sports such as baseball, softball, tennis, golf, lacrosse and track and field. Chosen from over 200 nominations nationwide, these honorees are leaders in both service and performance. The team captain is selected for their exceptional leadership and impact, extending well beyond the scoreboard.

About the Allstate NACDA Good Works Team: 
The Allstate NACDA Good Works Team was established in 2024 to recognize male and female student-athletes across all collegiate sports and divisions for their leadership in community service, academics and athletics. Building on the legacy of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team®, which has honored college football players since 1992, this expanded initiative highlights the impact of student-athletes who go beyond the game to serve others.

About NACDA:
Now in its 60th year, NACDA is the professional and educational Association for more than 24,000 college athletics administrators at more than 2,300 institutions throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. NACDA manages 19 professional associations and four foundations. In addition to virtual programming, NACDA hosts and/or has a presence at seven major professional development events in-person annually. The NACDA & Affiliates Convention is the largest gathering of collegiate athletics administrators in the country. For more information, visit www.nacda.com.

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