Greyhound Athletics

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Okay, everyone so Loyola students don’t have to choose between focused, effective career preparation or the profound benefits of a liberal arts education. They receive both here. Okay, let’s head over and meet Edik at the Ridley Athletic Complex. Edik is a captain of the men’s tennis team and an Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar studying marketing and communication. He’ll talk about Greyhound’s athletics, Loyola compete in the Patriot League and several teams have made NCAA championship appearances with the men’s lacrosse winning it all in 2012. When they’re not giving their all on the court, field or in the pool they’re upholding academic excellence with one of the highest graduation success rates and overall GPA’s for division one athletes in the country. All right, Edik, you’re on.

– Thanks Alex. Since I first picked up a racket, I’ve always wanted to play tennis at a university with great facilities, top-notch academics and a strong athletic tradition. I thought it’d be difficult to find a place where I could compete at the D1 level, get a rigorous education and find mentorship I need to succeed at both until I visited Loyola. Loyola’s Ridley Athletic Complex is an amazing place for student athletes and fans to experience Greyhound athletics. Loyola’s 18 intercollegiate teams compete in the prestigious Patriot League, have multiple league titles, NCAA tournament appearances, and a national championship in men’s lacrosse. And I can’t say enough about our gifted coaches and dedicated trainers. But there’s more Loyola than it’s celebrated athletic tradition. We all benefit from an incredibly nurturing academic environment. Loyola student athlete graduation rate consistently ranks in the top five nationally amongst D1 schools. I’ve benefited from small classes, team oriented learning approach, and professors who are committed to providing students life-changing opportunities. To the recommendations of my professors and coaches. I’ve served on the honor council, been an ambassador at the Navy Leadership Conference, received the Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar award, and interned with the United States Tennis Association. The Greyhounds have the largest heart of any dog and the Loyola Greyhounds are an undeniable force on the playing field, in the classroom, and in the community. That’s because Loyola provides individualized support that allows students to pursue their passions and define success for themselves. Loyola has positioned me to succeed on and off court. As a senior majoring in marketing and minor in communications, I’ll pursue an emerging leaders MBA in the Sellinger School of Business after completing my bachelor’s degree, the next step to prepare me for a life of success and service. That’s my story, back to you, Alex.

– Well done Edik. Thank you for sharing with us your experience as a student athlete at Loyola University, Maryland, and the fact that you’re gonna pursue a master’s degree in business administration at Loyola next year just shows how you’ve defined goals and success for yourself on and off the court. Congrats on all your accomplishments and keep up that serve. Okay, everyone so I’ve heard a little about what life is like on Loyola’s campus.