North STL News

The University of Missouri-St. Louis men's soccer team has welcomed Noah Besonen to its roster through a partnership with TeamIMPACT, an organization that connects children facing serious illnesses and injuries with college athletic programs.

Noah officially joined the Tritons before their exhibition match against Harris-Stowe this past Saturday evening. He will participate in as many team activities as he is able, according to the university.

TeamIMPACT, based in New England, focuses on enhancing the social lives of children by integrating them into collegiate sports environments.

UMSL men's head soccer coach Josh Alderson commented on Noah's addition: "Noah is a wonderful young man. He has been with us for more than a year now and every time we get to see him, he comes more and more to life. He brings a fantastic energy and helps spread the positivity that we have in our program."

Alderson also highlighted the team's core values: "We have four culture values that our team came up with," Alderson stated. "Those are passion, engagement, respect and grit. These are personified by Noah. He is a wonderful representative of this program, this athletic department and a great representative to his family too. We are so happy to have him with us."

Noah was joined at his signing by members of the men's soccer team, his family, and fans. Afterward, he posed for photos and led the Tritons onto the field ahead of their game against Harris-Stowe.