Mercy ECC Wins Community Cup

"Over the last couple of years, we have really tried to enhance our community engagement activities, so to win the ECC Community Cup is an absolute honor for us," said Jack Nicholson, Mercy Assistant Athletic Director for Student Services and SAAC Advisor. "Through the support of SAAC, our student-athletes have really jumped into our events, and everyone has played a huge part in helping us to continue to play a huge part within our community. Our student-athletes really run the show here, and supporting them in their ideas and initiatives is a great thing to be a part of." "Our involvement in the Dobbs Ferry Holiday Hustle was a particular standout for me this year," added Nicholson. "This started at our Holiday Toy Drive, held at basketball games where we collected donations from spectators. We received a lot of toy donations, but we were also able to provide gift cards to the Dobbs Ferry Police Department to distribute through their holiday outreach program. At the Holiday Hustle, we had our student-athletes out on the course providing support to the runners at intersections and hydration stations. It was a great event that we were thrilled to be a part of. Our student athletes went above and beyond this year and are very deserving of this award." “I am beyond proud to have worked with so many student-athletes that were dedicated to making a difference in our community this year," said Rita-Marie Masi, Mercy SAAC President and junior on the Mavs' women's soccer and women's lacrosse teams. "Winning the ECC Community Cup is such an honor, but giving back to those around us was beyond rewarding, as well. Together, Mercy SAAC was able to contribute to multiple  events. A standout moment for me this year was being able to visit a children’s hospital and spend time with the children there. We had some pretty intense Uno players! Being able to spend time with them and see their faces light up with laughs and smiles made my entire month. It was beautiful to get to know them for the small time we were there. Our SAAC Advisor, Jack Nicholson, made all of these events possible, and we can’t thank him enough. We will continue to participate more and more within our community and give back to those who give to us.”
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