Joe Vassalotti, a familiar face in Akron’s athletic scene, is stepping away from his role as APS Coordinator of Athletics—not for a new job, but to stand by his daughter Anna as she battles both breast cancer and lymphoma. After years of late nights and weekends dedicated to students and athletes, Vassalotti says it’s time to put family first. His story is a powerful reminder of what truly matters, and how life can shift our priorities in an instant. How do you balance work, passion, and family when life throws you a curveball? #News #Akron #FamilyFirst