This time of the year usually means spring football for Michigan State and schools around the country. With athletics being halted because of the current COVID-19 pandemic, MSU Football head equipment manager Andrew Kolpacki no longer has any uniforms to sew, so he is instead using what he has learned to give back to those who need help by making masks for those in high-risk jobs or for the elderly in nursing homes.
“Sewing is used in football equipment we usually are repairing jerseys but obviously without being on the football field right now for spring football we can use that skill that we’ve developed and put it towards good use,” Kolpacki told WLNS.
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According to the report, Kolpacki and his two friends have produced about 100 masks thus far for local health care workers, nursing homes, and family and friends.
In times like these, every bit helps, and Kolpacki is representing Michigan State well and using the skills he has learned while working with the team.
