MOSCOW, Idaho – Back-to-back Big Sky Champions. Numerous program records. The most accomplished class in program history. And most importantly, 10 college graduates.
Josilyn Daggs,
Bridget Daley,
Jordyn Dion,
Kelly Dopke,
Kayleigh Frederick,
Megan Goo,
Claire Johnson,
Makayla Presgrave,
Kayla Watanabe and
Anna Rose Wiencek.
All 10 have now officially graduated from the University of Idaho. While each will surely move on to do great things, it's time to take a look back at what the incredible run meant to those involved. Some of the graduates were asked to explain, in short, "what did the Vandals mean to you?"
Daggs – Being a Vandal student-athlete meant perseverance and family to me. I was fully determined throughout my whole college career to get to where I am today and so many people helped me along the way. The University of Idaho is such a family oriented community. I am proud to be a Vandal alumni.
Daley – To me, being a Vandal represents opportunity. I was given the opportunity to excel on the field of play and in my academic pursuits. For that I am forever grateful to have earned the title, Vandal.
Dion – Being a Vandal is something I'll always cherish. It means always working hard when no one else is watching, to not only better myself but the people around me.
Kelly – Being a Vandal has meant more than just wearing that jersey and playing in the Kibbie Dome. It brought me lifelong friends, the opportunity to pursue a medical career and has become my home. Moscow will always have a piece of my heart and I am forever grateful to have had the opportunity to come to school here!
Presgrave - Being a Vandal means making a difference and coming together as a family. We work hard every day and enjoy each other's company by night. We come together during the hard times and persevere through them with our blue collar attitudes.
Watanabe – Being a Vandal meant out working every team and making yourself a better person on and off the field.
Wiencek – Being a Vandal meant being part of a close-knit team and community. It meant being a blue collar, gold standard athlete, where hard work was valued and taught. Being a Vandal also means not giving up and playing until that final whistle goes off.
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