08/20/2026
A Letter from Club Director Trisha
“As many of you know, my heart is completely shattered right now. On Wednesday, my sister Nadia’s fiancé, Nic, and their two sweet babies (ages 3 & 5) were hit by a truck in a crosswalk on their way to a park in Loveland.
Nadia is a former coach here at GRIT and a backbone of our club. She selflessly stepped away to dedicate herself to her kids, but the love and effort she poured into GRIT remain unmatched. She was the first person I called when I started this club. If it weren’t for “Coach Pookie,” I don’t know where we’d be today.
The trauma our family is facing is beyond words:
• Nic sustained severe injuries, was placed in a medically induced coma, and can only see updates of his daughter through photos/video.
• My 5yo niece was airlifted by Flight for Life to Children’s Hospital ICU with serious injuries—just a week before starting school.
• My 3yo nephew was fortunately discharged to recover at home.
• Nadia is splitting time between hospitals, staying strong through every parent’s worst nightmare.
While holding onto deep gratitude that they survived, they face a long recovery. Between mounting medical bills, pediatric ICU care, Flight for Life transport, and lost income while Nic is out of work, the financial weight is overwhelming.
Nadia & Nic are always the first to step up for others and never ask for anything in return. Now, it’s our turn to show up for them.
‼️IMPORTANT PRIVACY REQUEST: Nadia & Nic ask that the names, identities, and details regarding the children remain PRIVATE. Please respect their wishes when sharing.
I’ve set up a GoFundMe to help cover medical bills and living expenses so they can focus on healing. If you can donate, share the link, or send prayers, it means everything to us. ❤️
Note: Please rely only on updates shared directly by family or via the official GoFundMe.
I am stepping back for the time being to be by their side, but I am accessible if needed. Evals and tryouts will continue as scheduled. Please direct administrative questions to Amanda at [email protected]”
With love,
Coach Trisha 🧡
Director, GRIT Volleyball
Link is also in our bio
https://gofund.me/3b1de7184