Aug. 27, 2010

EASTON, Pa. - University of Connecticut head football coach Randy Edsall has been named as an honorary members of the board of directors of Lauren's First and Goal Foundation.

Edsall was introduced to LFG during his experiences as a guest speaker at the Lauren's First and Goal football camps. He has expressed an interest in promoting the foundation's mission of providing financial support for brain tumor research and cancer services, offering financial and emotional support to families living with pediatric cancer, and increasing awareness of the disease. Since its creation in 2004, the foundation has raised more than $1 million.

"Coach Edsall is an outstanding leader in the coaching profession, not only due to his success on the field, but because of his desire to make a positive impact in the community where he lives and works," said Marianne Loose, who co-founded LFG with her husband John in honor of their 13-year-old daughter Lauren. "He has a personal connection to LFG, having served as a featured speaker at our camps and meeting with the thousands of players who attended. We are very grateful to him for helping us spread the mission of LFG."

Edsall, who spoke at the 2009 Pennsylvania camp, is entering his 12th season with the Huskies. He is tied as the winningest coach in school history and stands at an impressive 57-41 in the school's first seven Division I-A seasons. Edsall guided UConn to an appearance in the Papajohns.com bowl last year.

More information about the foundation is available at www.laurensfirstandgoal.org.