"One of the reasons why I love being a part of a sports team is the immediate family I gained the moment I stepped onto campus. As a family, we don't just "show up" for each other during training, but also outside of practice."

What's the most valuable lesson you've learned as a student-athlete at Conn?

"My experience as a student-athlete has taught me the value of hard work. Nothing in life is guaranteed, but something no one can take away from you is how hard you work."

"Being a student-athlete has really shown me the kind of teammate and leader I am. It’s taught me how to work with others, step up when needed, and stay accountable. Those are lessons I know will carry with me well beyond college."

"The coaches at Conn are world-class - they push us to be better every day, not just in sport, but in the classroom, in various leadership opportunities and they are excellent at getting their student-athletes prepared for life after Conn."

"Two of the most beneficial lessons I’ve learned from being a student-athlete at Conn are how important and valuable being a good teammate is and how important and valuable having a good teammate can be."