Express Canteen Fuels Sporting Dreams with $500,000 Donation to Alpha Track Team

The Convent of Mercy Academy 'Alpha' track and field team is soaring to new heights, thanks to a generous $500,000 donation from Express Canteen Services. This vital support has enabled the school's athletes to compete at the prestigious Penn Relays in Pennsylvania, a dream realized for these young women.

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We see in them the fulfilment of our mission as a school.

Alpha's athletes showcased their talent and determination on the international stage. They secured a commendable 13th position in the Girls’ 4x800m relay and clinched a silver medal in the International Championship High School Girls’ 4x100m relay. These achievements are a testament to the hard work of the athletes and the dedication of their coach, Kirk King.

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Alpha simply would not have made the trip to Penn Relays without the half-million-dollar injection from the company.

Principal Kali McMorris highlighted the school's commitment to nurturing "change makers" and "vision makers," emphasizing how athletics plays a pivotal role in building confidence, discipline, and purpose among young women. The partnership with Express Canteen Services has been transformative, providing the necessary resources for the team to travel and compete, a feat that would have been impossible otherwise.

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It’s a plan.

Student-athlete Alia Ross expressed profound gratitude, noting the donation's significant impact on the program. She shared how track and field has instilled valuable life skills, including discipline, structure, communication, and teamwork, which will undoubtedly benefit her future endeavors. The story of Alpha's track and field program, which has steadily climbed the ranks from a small group of 13 athletes post-COVID-19, exemplifies the power of strategic planning and community support in achieving athletic excellence.

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track and field has helped shape her into a more disciplined and structured person while also teaching her communication and teamwork skills that she hopes will carry her into the future as both an athlete and an individual.