Tom Archdeacon Article On Krystal Byrne

University of Dayton women’s soccer senior Colleen “Willy” Williams continues to re-write the Flyer record books, and Williams and her teammates continue making a difference in people’s lives. Willy’s Wish  is returning for its third season and this year is helping Flyer Fan Krystal Byrne, a 2012 Dayton graduate. The Ottoville, Ohio native has been battling cancer for the past eight years and has long been considered an honorary member of the women’s soccer team.

The Flyers will be collecting donations at each of their final five home games (Oct. 13, 19, 21, 26 and 28), as well as other Flyer sporting events. Willy’s Wish boxes will be located at both entrances to Baujan Field.

This season Williams leads the Flyers with 12 goals 11 assists and 35 points. She also became the Flyers’ all-time leader in goals this season, and already owns UD career records in assists and points.

Williams and the Flyers will be at the Dayton vs. Xavier volleyball match at Frericks Gym on Oct. 8.

The first soccer game in which fans can donate is Saturday, Oct. 13 as Dayton (9-4-0, 3-1-0) welcomes in rival Xavier (6-7-1, 1-3-0). Game time is set for 7:30 p.m.

Fans can also send donations to: University of Dayton, c/o Willy’s Wish - Women’s Soccer, 300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469-1220.