University of North Carolina Ashville Athletics
Why Do You Invest in the Bulldogs?
Whitney Coutier, ’08, Women’s Tennis, Coach: Lise Gregory-
“I invest in the Bulldogs because I believe in leaving something better than when you had it. I enjoy watching the women’s tennis program grow and get better each year. I want the rest of the world to know what we have here!”
Joel Collier, ’04, Track & Field, Coach: Dean Duncan-
“Educate all alum with what is happening at UNC Asheville and keep connected to the university.”
Heather Galllagher, ’02, Women’s Soccer, Coach: Cornish-
“My experience here as a student athlete was such a positive and rewarding experience in my life. I always felt supported on the field and in the classroom, because of this experience, I chose to stay in Asheville after I graduated.”
Joey Harrell, ’07, Men’s Basketball, Coach: Eddie B-
“Our athletics programs continue to grow and improve, and I want to do my part to bring more former athletes back to see the direction that our program is headed.
Brandon Hamilton, ’08, Track & Field, Coach: Brad Deweese-
“I want to give back to the University that helped me become the person I am today! I appreciate the mission, dedication, and the purpose that the department focuses on and how the ‘student’ in student-athlete is the most important part.”
Ben Leonard, ’96, Track, Coach: Lemoionan-
“Because they chose to invest in me, and improving the future is the best way to appreciate the past.”
Molly de Mattos, ’02, Track & Field, Coach: Dean Duncan-
“My experience both in this University and in the athletic department were instrumental to my growth in leadership and absolutely paved the road to my future success. Investing now as an alum is the least I can do to give back and help others have life changing experiences at this exceptional university.”
Nicholas Thuell, ’08, Men’s Tennis, Coach: C. Hodges-
“Personally it’s a great way to stay connected as I live abroad. With so many international players. I enjoy trying to bridge the gap and keep as many former alumni connected as possible.”
Rachel Rhoney, ’07, Women’s Tennis, Coach: Chase Hodges-
“To reconnect with an organization that gave so much to me. I have taken my passion for tennis and giving back to help inner city youth learn the sport and life skills. I wouldn’t have found that passion without my experience and relationships built at UNC Asheville.”