Swim and dive steps up for Autism Speaks

The Seton Hall swimming and diving teams showed their support for Autism awareness on Oct. 15, as 20 members stepped up and took part in the Walk Now for Autism Speaks event at Nomahegan Park in Cranston, N.J.

What started as an effort by a small number of teammates last year blossomed into an involvement which encompassed a large portion of the team. The increase in numbers helped the Pirate swimmers and divers double their amount of money raised from $600 last year to $1,200 this year.

Photo via TwitterSenior Kylene Ronayne led the charge, organizing the fundraiser among the swimmers. Ronayne decided the walk would be a worthwhile fundraiser to participate in again because of last year’s…