University of Richmond Athletics
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.Â
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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.
2025-26 SAAC Executive Board
President Brooke Reif (Women's Cross-Country and Track & Field, Senior)
Vice President Campus Engagement Jackson Strickland (Men's Lacrosse, Junior)
Vice President Community Engagement Charlotte Boss (Women's Lacrosse, Senior)
Vice President Community Engagement Gabby Cummings (Women's Cross-Country and Track & Field, Junior)
Treasurer Mike Walz (Men's Basketball, Senior)
Secretary Lainey O'Neil (Women's Tennis, Junior)
Atlantic 10 Rep Maya Beasley (Women's Golf, Junior)
Atlantic 10 Rep Paul Witkop (Baseball, Sophomore)
Mental Health, Performance, and Well-being Chair Charlotte Edwards (Women's Lacrosse, Senior)
Mental Health, Performance, and Well-being Chair Alex Krack (Men's Cross-Country, Junior)
Inclusion and Belonging Chair Zach Chambers (Football, Senior)
Inclusion and Belonging Chair Logan Jackson (Women's Soccer, Sophomore)
Social Media Chair Sydney Bortz (Women's Soccer, Junior)