Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
The University of Richmond Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) intends to enhance the student-athlete experience by facilitating opportunities for leadership, community engagement, personal development, and camaraderie. SAAC provides student-athletes the opportunity to communicate with athletic administration on local and national issues, while members of the committee work together to discuss innovative ways to enhance the quality of the athletic experience at the University of Richmond. In addition, the NCAA seeks student-athlete input on various topics, and SAAC members have an official role as voting members in recommendations on issues that affect student-athletes life and welfare.
At the University of Richmond, SAAC is made up of at least two representatives from each athletic team, and these individuals represent their teams’ perspective on various topics. SAAC essentially represents the student-athlete “voice” within the University. The committee meets monthly to share and discuss different ideas and developments that affect student-athletes at the University of Richmond. Every meeting is open to all student-athletes.
2024-25 SAAC Executive Board
President Virginia Beringer (Women's Cross-Country and Track & Field, Senior)
Vice President Campus Liaison Jacob Ellis (Men's Cross-Country, Senior)
Vice President Campus Engagement Jessica Mullin (Field Hockey, Senior)
Treasurer Liam Weaver (Men's Basketball, Senior)
Secretary JoJo McShane (Soccer, Senior)
Atlantic 10 Rep Brian Reinke (Baseball, Senior)
Atlantic 10 Rep Isabel Blaylock (Women's Cross-Country and Track & Field, Senior)
Mental Health, Performance, and Well-being Chair Will McManus (Football, Redshirt Sophomore)
Mental Health, Performance, and Well-being Chair Olivia Corrato (Field Hockey, Junior)
Mental Health, Performance, and Well-being Chair Caroline Stevens (Women's Lacrosse, Senior)
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair Zach Chambers (Football, Redshirt Sophomore)
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair Sydney Moore (Soccer, Junior)
Social Media Chair Brooke Reif (Women's Cross-Country and Track & Field, Junior)
Social Media Chair Laurel Kurtz (Women's Cross-Country and Track & Field, Senior)