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Alumni
Aidan Maguire
Duke
Lacrosse
I want to help people who struggle with the same things I’ve struggled with. Performance on the field as a player is a direct reflection of the work someone does to better themselves as a family member, friend and mentor.
Andrea Reynolds
Boston College
Lacrosse
Brendan O'Holleran
Middlebury College
Golf
Caroline Dingler
Bucknell University
Basketball
Throughout my time in athletics, I have experienced firsthand—both personally and through my teammates—how sports can impact mental health. I want to make a direct impact on young athletes’ lives by helping them feel supported and prepared to enter the collegiate athletic world.
Charlie Faldi
Colorado College
Lacrosse
Claire Goodwin-Kelly
The College of Wooster
Soccer
I want to be a mentor because I have seen and experienced first hand the mental challenges that come with being a competitive athlete and then becoming a student-athlete at the collegiate level. Having the opportunity to be a resource for younger athletes to help provide support for these challenges at an early stage is something I'm very passionate about, and being connected to someone like a Better Together mentor when I was in middle and high school would have been extremely beneficial.
Eliza Bowman
University of Connecticut
Lacrosse
Griffin O'Neil
Dartmouth
Lacrosse
Jack Savoie
Roanoke College
Lacrosse
I know firsthand how much having someone to talk to and learn from can mean when you’re trying to balance sports, school, and life. I want to be that person for someone else—to help younger athletes feel supported and stay confident.
Jaden Wilkins
Bellarmine University
Lacrosse
I want to be a mentor because I know how impactful it was to have my older brother who also played college lacrosse guide me through my athletic career. I know most kids are not as fortunate as I was on that front, and I would love to serve as that figure for someone else. Additionally, improving my outlook had a potent effect on my on-field play and academics, so I know the value of mental fortitude for student athletes.
Josie Vogel
Cornell University
Lacrosse
Kasia Mikels
Manchester University
Track and Field
Kathryn Welch
Northwestern University
Lacrosse
I want to be a mentor because because sports have been such an important part of my own growth, both on and off the field. Lacrosse taught me discipline, teamwork, and resilience, and I want to help younger players develop those same qualities. I also know how valuable it is to have someone who’s been through the same experiences of balancing school and sports, to offer advice and encouragement. By mentoring, I want to share what I’ve learned, help them build confidence, and show them that success isn’t just about wins, but about learning, staying positive, and having fun doing what you love.
Kendall
Former UCSB
Track and field-javelin
Laerke Holst
Louisiana Tech University
Soccer
Leah Iglesias
William and Mary
Soccer
Lillia Montemarano
University of Michigan
Lacrosse
Liz Thull
University of Saint Thomas
Swim and Dive
Mac Childs
Dickinson College
Lacrosse
Throughout my athletic career, lacrosse has provided me with lessons and people to help me navigate life. As an athlete who has struggled with mental health and addiction, I have been blessed with support and love from teammates and coaches, allowing me to develop skills and a resilient work ethic that has enabled me to overcome all kinds of mental challenges. My favorite part of sports is the camaraderie and community that it provides me. I feel passionate about eliminating mental health stigma and giving guidance on life as a sober collegiate athlete. Better Together has provided me with a framework to help others and share my experiences and tools to attack mental health as one collective.
Mary Burke
University of Saint Thomas
Swim
Megan Minturn
University of Michigan
Lacrosse
I want to serve as a mentor because sports teach me resilience, balance, and the power of a supportive community—lessons that extend far beyond the field. As I navigate the pressures of athletic performance, team dynamics, and academic life, I recognize the value of someone who listens, shares honest insight, and helps younger athletes build their mental strength. Through Athletes Better Together, I am excited to guide aspiring athletes toward clarity, confidence, and joy in their sport. It is rewarding to offer encouragement, share experiences, and help them thrive not only in competition, but also in life.
Natalie Coutu
Stonehill College
Lacrosse
Nicolette Caneda
Manhattan College
Soccer
Olivia Dimka
Macalester College
Water Polo
Rosemary McIlroy
Bryant University
Lacrosse
I have experienced a breadth of perspectives, both positive and negative, over my time as an athlete, so I have a wide understanding of other folks’ experiences. I also want to give back to the sport and the community that did so much for me! The strong female athletes I had and still have as role models and mentors inspire me to lead by example every day, and I hope to be that light for someone else.
Sarah Squires
Palo Alto University
Soccer
Sierra Kimball
Southern New Hampshire
Lacrosse
Sophia Hahn
Yale'24, University of Cambridge'25
Crew
Being a student-athlete has been one of the most positive and rewarding experiences in my life. However, it was not always an easy experience, defined by many challenges and moments of isolation. By navigating these difficulties and using courage to reach out to others, I have accomplished things I would not have been able to do alone. In the process, many of my mentors and peers have also become my greatest lifelong friends. This mentorship position is an opportunity to continue spreading the kindness and compassion that others used to carry me through my most difficult times.
Taylor Priestley
Northern Michigan University
Lacrosse
Tim Browne
Colorado College
Lacrosse
I want to be a mentor because I know what it feels like to go through the ups and downs of high school and college sports. Balancing school, practices, and life overall isn’t easy, and sometimes just having someone who’s been there to lean on or talk to can make a huge difference. Sports taught me a lot about resilience, teamwork, and finding balance, and I’d love to share what I’ve learned so others can feel supported and confident as they go through their own journey.
Tyler Boes
Villanova
Lacrosse
Zack Salo
Lenoir Rhyne University
Lacrosse
I want to be a mentor because I have lived the highs and lows of being a collegiate athlete. I have won a national Championship, I have lost a national championship, I have earned national recognition, and I have faced the reality of a season ending injury. I know the mental capacity and vision it takes to push through adversity and reach success. I want to help other athletes navigate that path by being someone who can relate to them and learn from them also. Just by speaking to other athletes it not only helps the mentee but also the mentor.
Alex Byrne
Bowdoin College
Lacrosse
Youth sports can be overwhelming, whether that is the pressure from coaches or the impending stress of the recruiting process, and I believe it is important for everyone to have a mentor along the way. I want to be there to answer questions and offer my support to anyone who may be struggling along their athletic journey.
Ava Biasotti
Bowdoin College
Softball
Bridget Feely
Western Colorado University
Soccer
Celeste Almendariz
California Baptist University
Water Polo
Experiencing being a student athlete first hand, I know how difficult and overwhelming it can be. I want to be a resource for student athletes looking to excel and properly manage their life and their sport. I am a big advocate for mental health among athletes and believe it is important to seek out help when you need it. I would love to give the support and encouragement to athletes who may be struggling or looking for someone to lean on in their journey with their sport. I believe sports are something that should be fun and an outlet for athletes to enjoy. I know how to advocate for athletes and more importantly the studies that they complete. I am very passionate about pursuing simultaneously academics and athletics. I hope to empower and mentor young student athletes who are eager to be the best in their sport and in the classroom as well.
Cian Foley
St. Mary’s University
Soccer
Declan Maguire
Colorado College
Lacrosse
Grace Murphy
Stonehill College
Lacrosse
Haven Dora
Princeton University
Lacrosse
Jack Shoemaker
Villanova University
Lacrosse
Growing up, I always tried to learn from those older and more experienced than me. Those people propelled me to be the person and player I am today. I want to be the same asset for kids developing their lacrosse career.
Javi
Bates College
Lacrosse
Karly Morkunas
Western Colorado University
Soccer
Kate Langworthy
Northern Michigan University
Cross Country, Track & Field
Katrina Haddad
Endicott College
Basketball
Kylie Wilson
Middlebury College
Lacrosse
I am super excited about the opportunity to be a mentor because I am passionate about supporting people, mentally and emotionally. As a psychology major in college, I have developed a deep understanding of the way people think. I held a leadership role in Special Olympics where I learned the true value of genuine connection especially through the power of sports. I know how impactful is it to have someone in your corner and I am pumped to be that support system to people.
Lanni Brown
William & Mary (undergraduate); Jacksonville University (Master’s)
Basketball
The mentoring community under Athletes Better Together is a high value of mine as it places the importance of relationships and support systems at the forefront of athlete mental health. As an athlete, many factors seem to exist out of our control, but I emphasize the value of focusing on the controllables: one of them being the relationships forged with peers and teammates. Through this program, I hope to not only be an outlet for young athletes, but also a tool to help guide them to their highest level of success.
Libby Ochs
Colorado College
Volleyball
I want to be a mentor because I know how amazing sports can be. With that being said, I also know all the difficulties that come with being an athlete. If I can help even just one athlete through the hard times in order to find the love of the game again, that would truly be an honor.
Lindsey Brick
Northeastern University
Soccer
I want to be a mentor with Better Together because I know firsthand how valuable support and guidance are in an athlete’s journey. I’ve experienced the highs and lows of competing at an elite level and understand the challenges that come with balancing athletics, academics, and personal growth. As a current Division I soccer player going into my 6th year and a current master’s student in counseling psychology, I’m passionate about mental performance and well-being. With my goal of becoming a sports psychologist, I’d love to use my experiences to help young athletes navigate challenges both on and off the field.
Luke Duffield
Air Force Academy
Lacrosse
I’d love to help kids through the recuirting process and walk through mental struggles and how to get out of them
Maddie Fisher
Colby College
Soccer
My junior year of playing collegiate soccer while balancing being a student-athlete, recovering from an ACL injury, being a captain of my team, and supporting my teammates, an incredible sports performance coach said to me, “Maddie, you are like a duck. On the surface it seems as though you are effortlessly gliding on top of the water, staying afloat, while underneath, you are paddling furiously to keep your head above water.” To this day, this metaphor has stuck with me, reminding me of the intricate relationship between mental health and performance and that often we do not see how ferociously people are paddling underneath the surface. Better Together is an incredible platform to allow athletes to build a network of support and challenge us all to care for our emotional and mental wellbeing just as much as our physical health and wellbeing, recognizing and honoring all that’s going on beneath the surface.
Mason Dorr
Babson College
Lacrosse
I want to be a mentor to share my passion and experience for certain subjects, and give athletes the tools to be successful on and off the field.
Michael Ayers
Tufts University
Lacrosse
Nicole Davis
Bucknell University
Basketball
Community is so important for student- athletes. The landscape of college sports is rapidly changing, and if there is any insight I could give to a prospect regarding recruiting/ relationship building I would absolutely love to pass my knowledge back to the new generation of college athletes to help ease their transition and navigate the landscape. If I could go back I would love to be a part of an organization like this that seeks to bring people together.
Nina Kucheran
University of Florida
Swimming
Peyton Minyard
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Volleyball
I want to be a mentor because I truly understand the value of having guidance as a young athlete, something I wish I had more of when I was growing up. With over 10 years of experience as a competitive athlete, I've learned valuable lessons both on and off the court that I want to share with the next generation. I’m passionate about supporting and positively influencing young student-athletes in any way I can, helping them navigate the unique challenges they face and empowering them to grow with confidence.
Sarah Squires
Palo Alto University
Soccer
Savannah Samuel
Boston College
Basketball
I’ve always loved helping others and my love for basketball has grown over the years. I’ve also struggled a lot with mental health through these 5 years of playing college basketball and I want young girls and boys to understand the importance of paying attention to their mental health. With my experience I want to help aspiring athletes to take care of their mental health first!
Sofia Garcia
Yale University
Crew
Through Yale Women’s Crew, I’ve had the immense privilege of joining a community of passionate, kind, and exceptional athletes. In the darkest and brightest moments of my life, they’ve been my greatest supporters, and I believe every athlete deserves to have a village around them like the one I’ve had for the past four years and that I will carry into the rest of my life. I hope to pay that gift forward and grow my community as my time as a college athlete ends.
TJ Williams
University of Notre Dame
Baseball
Tessa Shields
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Lacrosse
Tommy Nook
Boston University
Lacrosse
I’m passionate about giving back to student-athletes because I’ve been in their shoes. Every athlete’s journey is unique, with its own challenges and successes. I find joy in serving others by listening, offering advice, and providing guidance when it’s needed most. My goal is to help athletes and leaders grow, both on and off the field, by being someone they can trust and turn to during their time as athletes and beyond.
Zach Davis
Union College and UVM
Lacrosse
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