Athletics

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Let’s hear from Mike, a member of GMercyU’s baseball team, majoring in Sport Management. Playing sports in college requires a lot of commitment and time management, but most student athletes wouldn’t have it any other way. For Mike, being immersed in sports, on and off the field is a winning combination and he’s made some amazing friends along the way. You’re out, Mike.

– Thanks, Alex. Growing up, sports was my passion. When looking for the right school, I wanted two things. First, to pursue a career in sports and second to continue playing baseball. Gwynedd Mercy University had everything I was looking for. Gwynedd Mercy University is committed to delivering a rich experience for both academic and competitive excellence. Providing athletes with great amenities like new athletic complexes, a fitness center and athletic trainers to ensure success during competition. When I first started, I was nervous that playing a sport would interfere with my academic performance. Balancing athletics and academics can be really challenging. However, coaches often set up tutoring and study sessions for their athletes, providing them with support to thrive in the classroom. Being a student athlete has made my college experience far more amazing than I imagined. The most notable aspect is the people you meet and the friends you make. Playing sports in college takes bonding to the next level. As part of the baseball team, I’ve made lifelong friendships and my teammates are now my family. As a student, I’ve had many volunteer opportunities with Gwynedd Mercy University’s Sport Business Association, which I’m a founding member of, we collected and donated over $2,000 worth of sporting equipment for leveling the playing field, a nonprofit organization that provides kids from low-income communities, the chance to engage in youth sports through the collection and distribution of used or extra sporting equipment. Gwynedd Mercy University has prepared me immensely to excel in my future career. The connections I made in the sport management program have helped me get my foot in the door in the industry and achieve an internship with the Philadelphia Phillies. I hope to continue using their resources and connections to get a full-time job in the sports industry after graduation. That’s all from me, throwing it back to you, Alex.

– Giving back to the community is a huge part of being a GMercyU Griffin, and student athletes are always ready to step up to the plate. Coaches know that students who do well in the classroom also do well in the field. That extra support you mentioned is all part of the game plan. Thanks, Mike.