What do my former teammates say about me?
The quotes below are the product of Senior Letters I received at the end of my athletic career. Read what my teammates have to say about my leadership, service, and dedication.
Authentic quotes from people who worked with me every day.
“You have pushed me to be a better version of myself this whole year and for that I am so grateful. You always know what to say to get the most out of me and pick me up when I am down. This team is going to reap the benefits of everything you have put into it for the rest of its existence. Thank you for setting such a high standard.”
— Peyton Matthews, V8 Boatmate
“You are a great leader and know how to take charge. You pour your heart and soul into the things you are passionate about and never hesitate to help others, even if it means offering to do our dirty laundry. You’re going to be come the best lawyer. I believe in you.”
— Delaney Gendron, Teammate
“Let me start off by saying that every time I call my mom she asks about you even though I think she met you once for maybe 5 minutes. You have such an energy to you that you leave a positive impression right away. When I was having a hard time, it was your occasional check-ins that go me through the tough days. ”
— Reagan Spence, Teammate
“I’d like to thank you for single-handedly elevating this program by massive proportions. Thank you for being someone who seemingly had all the answers at a time when I needed tons. Thank you for being an amazing leader to this team and leaving such big shoes to be filled”
— Gabby Chelliah, Teammate
“You are what makes SMU Rowing sane and without your leadership and passion, the team would not have taken big strides in the last two years. I look up to you immensely. You have such big things ahead of you and I cannot wait to say ‘I know her!’ when you are appointed to the Supreme Court.”
— Emma Benkert, Teammate
“You are truly an inspiration and have made me want to work harder. I can’t wait to see what a kickass lawyer you are going to be.”
— Anonymous Teammate
“Someday when you’re Supreme Court Justice Fogg, I’m going to tell everyone that I knew you and I always knew you were going to be the next RBG. You’re an inspiration to us all.”
— Gabi Smith, Team Captain 2020
“Your leadership and dedication to what you do and how you GET. IT. DONE. is crazy. You have left your mark loud and proud, and I want nothing more than to follow in your footsteps. Thank you for showing me the perfect balance of bold and badass. I cannot wait to see how your passion for what you do prevails because the initiative you take with life can result in nothing but something legendary.”
— Addison Iliria, Coxswain & Mentee