Favorite Athlete/College Player: J.T. Barrett | The Ohio State University
“I don't have an athlete on the field, but every one of those boys is like one of my own. As a colon cancer survivor, I wanted to do something meaningful with my second chance—and youth football is exactly that. As the Team Carolina Administrator, it is my privilege to help guide our athletes and their families every day, creating opportunities that prepare them for success both on the field and in the classroom. My goal is to help each athlete become not only a great player, but also a future college student and leader.”
Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated 💗💚
Member of Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority 💙🤍
New York State of Mind with a Heart of Southern Hospitality
Born in Brooklyn & Raised in Long Island, with love from North Carolina.
Hail to Pitt! | University of Pittsburgh 🐾💙💛
Favorite Athlete/College Player: Jerome Bettis | University of Notre Dame & Pittsburgh Steelers 🏈
Christine R. McLaurin-Issa is a global financial business and technology executive, strategic advisor, and Founder of Ruth McLau Consulting Solutions. With more than 20 years of experience in finance, digital transformation, technology strategy, and organizational leadership, she serves as the Vice President of Information Technology at Divers Alert Network (DAN). Mrs. McLaurin-Issa holds an Executive MBA from Brown University and IE Business School (Madrid), a Master of Science in Information Systems from North Carolina A&T State University, dual bachelor's degrees from the University of Pittsburgh, and a Certificate in Women in Entrepreneurship from Cornell University. As a dedicated volunteer with FBU Team Carolina, Mrs. McLaurin-Issa is passionate about empowering young athletes through football. She believes the game instills leadership, discipline, perseverance, teamwork, and strong character. Nothing brings her greater joy than watching young athletes—including her son—grow into confident, successful leaders on the field, in the classroom, and within their communities.
