EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Evansville student athletes visited local elementary school students last week to spread Christmas cheer.
 
The Aces traveled to Holy Spirit, St. Benedict's and Vogel Elementary Schools reading Christmas stories and passing out candy canes.
 
Student athletes from baseball, men's swimming, softball, volleyball, women's basketball, women's golf, women's swimming all took time out of their Reading/Study Day to participate in the holiday hospitality.
 
"Giving back to the community is something that is so important as student athletes," said women's soccer player Allie Arguello. "We rely on the support of the community when we are competing, so whenever we are able to donate our time to better the community, it really feels good. Whether we are able to help at a non-profit organization or make an impact on children's lives, volunteering is a great way to express our appreciation for the community support we receive."
 
The student athletes were dressed in santa hats as well as elf and gingerbread costumes. Purple Santa and Ace Purple were also both on hand to make the children smile.
 
The student athletes also participated in Toys for Tots last week. They shopped at Walmart and dropped off toys at Old National Bank on Lincoln Avenue.