SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- The Slippery Rock University athletic department would like to recognize 16 senior women's track and field athletes in the sixth and final #SRUSeniorDay feature this spring that celebrates The Rock's spring senior student-athletes.
 
Slippery Rock's 16 women's track and field seniors are Asia Broadus, Emily Horstman, Maddy Marshall, Dajah Mincey, Jill Norris, Courtney Nunley, Hali Olson, Kati Palski, Michelle Pompa, Elaina Powell, Katie Proffitt, Kacey Raible, Abby Way, Bri Witherel, Jolene Yon and Lindsee Zimmer.
 
ABOUT #SRUSeniorDay
Throughout the month of April and culminating on Friday, May 1, the Slippery Rock athletic communication office recognized The Rock's senior student-athletes online as a way to celebrate the seniors that did not get to have their traditional Senior Day celebrations this spring.
 
Each weekday between April 6 and May 1, a few seniors were profiled on Twitter (@Rock_Athletics) with graphics, photos and quotes from the student-athlete about their time at SRU.
 
Once each senior from each respective spring team was profiled on Twitter, pages like this were created for each team that include all of the graphics and complete responses to a number of questions about the student-athletes' experiences at SRU.
 
Follow along with the hashtag #SRUSeniorDay on our Twitter page or click on any of the other features linked at the bottom of this page to view the rest of the spring sports features.
 
WOMEN'S TRACK AND FIELD SENIOR DAY
• Total Seniors: 16 ASIA BROADUS  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Multi
• Hometown: Philadelphia, Pa.
• Major: Exercise Science
• Parents: Keasha Paulhill and Nathaniel Broadus
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Nine-time PSAC qualifier, one-time All-PSAC honoree and one-time All-Region selection … competed in a total of 13 different events during her career at SRU … collegiate bests of 4,172 points in the heptathlon, 3,017 points in the pentathlon and 1.61 meters in the high jump.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
AB: Interesting
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
AB: The friends I made, my 21st birthday, competing at track meets (#GoROCK) and the boom box guy, lol.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
AB: PSACS at The Rock! Doing the heptathlon in the pouring down rain. High jumping with Bill and Hans having to squeegee the track in between jumps and landing on the mat, almost drowning, because there was so much water, lol. Then competing soaking wet for the rest of the day and still returning for day two.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
AB: May of 2020. My degree will be exercise science.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
AB: I am planning to attend PA school, hopefully somewhere in the Philly area!
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
AB: Not sure if I'll use it, I was pretty content with closing this chapter and moving on to designing my own workouts and putting this degree to work! I will do lots of fitness classes and outdoor physical activity, and hopefully road trips when quarantine is over!
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
AB: My favorite classes are Exercise Physiology and Clinical Exercise Physiology and my favorite professor is Dr. Pease-Hernandez.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
AB: Don't underestimate the Division II experience. There are a lot of talented coaches, staff and athletes here.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
AB: Try not to get so overwhelmed with classes that you quit something you love. Quitting will make sense at the time, but you'll be happy you didn't. Take a breather, reevaluate, make a plan and stick to it.

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EMILY HORSTMAN  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Sprints
• Hometown: Butler, Pa.
• Major: Exercise Science
• Parents: Crystal Shuler and David Wolf
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: SRU record holder in the 100-meter dash outdoors (11.86 seconds) … four-time PSAC champion, including an individual title in the 100m … six-time All-PSAC honoree … three-time All-Region selection … 21-time PSAC qualifier … collegiate bests of 11.86 seconds in the 100m and 7.72 seconds in the 60m. 
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
EH: Family.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
EH: My favorite memory at SRU is joking around with my teammates at practice or outside of athletics.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
EH: The outdoor PSAC Championships that were hosted at Slippery Rock in 2018, when I broke the school record in the 100-meter dash and became a PSAC champion in an individual event, along with winning the 4x100m relay with my teammates. Another memorable event I experienced was these last two seasons, when the women's team won both the outdoor and indoor titles back-to-back.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
EH: May of 2020. My degree will be exercise science.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
EH: Yes, I will be attending graduate school at Slippery Rock. I will be pursuing my master's in athletic training.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
EH: I am still undecided on whether I want to use my extra year of eligibility while attending graduate school. If I decide to run next year, it would be at SRU. If I decide not to compete, I will be focusing my attention on my graduate studies.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
EH: My favorite class in the exercise science major was Advanced Exercise Physiology and my favorite professor is Dr. Larouere.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
EH: I would tell future students that Slippery Rock is so much more than a college. I would tell them that SRU will become their home away from home, where they will make tons of memories and new friendships that will last a lifetime. At SRU, you will become a part of a community that supports and encourages each student in every aspect in life.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
EH: I would tell my teammates to cherish each moment they have at Slippery Rock University because the years go by fast. I would also like to wish the best of luck to each of my teammates on their upcoming seasons. 
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
EH: I would like to thank all my coaches, professors, teammates and friends who supported me the past four years and made my college experience memorable.

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MADDY MARSHALL  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Pole Vault
• Hometown: Mentor, Ohio
• Major: Environmental Geoscience
• Parents: Rachel and Mike Marshall
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Opened career by being named PSAC Freshman of the Year in 2016-17 … qualified for NCAA Division II National Championships six times in seven seasons … set the all-time PSAC (and obviously SRU) record in the indoor pole vault at 4.01 meters … earned first team All-America honors at the 2018 National Championships … four-time All-PSAC honoree … seven-time All-Region honoree …  career best of 4.01 meters in the pole vault.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
MM: Opportunistic.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
MM: My favorite memory is nationals in Charlotte, North Carolina, when I became an All-American.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
MM: My most memorable meet was my vault-off down at the Mt. Olive track meet in North Carolina.  
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
MM: I will graduate in the winter of 2020 with a bachelor of arts in Environmental Geoscience.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
MM: I plan to work in the petroleum industry for a few years and then enroll in graduate school. I will be working toward a degree in Sustainability Studies.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
MM: I am unsure of the plan at this point in time.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
MM: My favorite class at SRU was Hydrogeology with Dr. Burkhart and my favorite professor is Dr. Schiappa.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
MM: Talk with your coaches and your advisor, everyone is always willing to help in any way they can.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
MM: Do everything you can to improve your machine and always remember to be like a duck.
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
MM: To Jon Holtz- Thank you for following our season so closely and working hard to promote and celebrate our team.

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DAJAH MINCEY  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Throws
• Hometown: Gettysburg, Pa.
• Major: Sport Management (minor in Communication)
• Parent: Tonya Mincey
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Competed in four different throwing disciplines … collegiate bests of 32.47 meters in the javelin and 34.27 meters in the hammer … also served as intern in the SRU athletic communication office.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
DM: Unforgettable.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
DM: Being able to witness JJ Ollio in his legendary short shorts.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
DM: 2018 PSACs that we hosted here.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
DM: May of 2020 with a degree in sport management with a minor in communication.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
DM: I am hoping to continue graduate school at Slippery Rock in the MBA program.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
DM: I plan to use the extra year here at SRU during graduate school.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
DM: Dr. Brian Crow.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
DM: Slip is the best of both worlds academically and athletically. They help you on and off the field/court to become the best version of yourself and it's a place that brings out the best in everyone.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
DM: Stay solid and trust the process #ROCK #RockThrows
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
DM: Even though I'm a transfer student here, I'm glad I found my way to The Rock.

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JILL NORRIS  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Distance
• Hometown: Clay, N.Y.
• Major: Public Health
• Parents: Laureen and Craig Norris
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Three-time All-PSAC performer … one-time PSAC champion after winning 4x800m relay this winter … one-time All-Region selection … collegiate bests of 10:35.76 in the 3,000-meter steeplechase and 2:22.64 in the 800-meter run.  
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
JN: Inspiring
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
JN: Slippery Rock University is such an active community and the best memory is whenever the sun shined everyone was out and about. It is such a positive community to be in.

• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
JN: Winning the women's title at the PSAC outdoor meet in 2019 and indoor in 2020. Also winning the 4X800m relay with my girls at the indoor PSAC meet this winter.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
JN: I will graduate in the Spring of 2020.  My degree will be in Public Health and Science with a minor in gerontology.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
JN: Yes, I will be attending graduate school. I will be attending Nova Southeastern University in Florida for Speech Language Pathology.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
JN: I have an extra year of eligibility in cross country and outdoor track. I am planning to be part of the Sharks team at Nova Southeastern.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
JN: My favorite class at SRU was Biomechanics of Individuals with Disabilities taught by Dr. Jackson.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
JN: Slippery Rock athletics is more than just a team, it is a family. Every practice is preparation for something bigger and greater, so always give it your all. How you practice shows how you'll perform. 
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
JN: 1. Be the best leader you can be, there is always someone looking up to you, don't settle for being a follower. 2. You were chosen to be a part of this Rock family because of the potential coaches saw in you, so put your whole heart into every practice, every lift and every meet. 3. Believe in you, because I do.

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COURTNEY NUNLEY  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Sprints
• Hometown: Canton, Ohio
• Major: Exercise Science
• Parents: Doris and Rick Nunley
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: 11-time PSAC qualifier and one-time All-PSAC honoree … competed in primarily the 400-meter dash and multiple relays … collegiate best of 59.19 seconds in the 400-meter dash and 26.13 seconds in the 200-meter dash … PSAC Scholar-Athlete.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
CN: Enriching.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
CN: All of the solid friendships I have made and the great times we have had together is my favorite memory.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
CN: My most memorable meet was indoor PSACs in 2020, where I ran four 400's throughout a two-day meet. I also ran an indoor PR, which helped me to make it onto the podium and we won the team title.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
CN: May of 2020 with a degree in exercise science. 
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
CN: I will be attending the Doctor of Physical Therapy program here at Slippery Rock.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
CN: I do plan on using my eligibility next year, here at Slippery Rock!
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
CN: My favorite class was Fitness Assessment because it was very hands-on and involved a lot of interaction with my peers! The professor for this course was Dr. Verba, who is a great professor and also my advisor.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
CN: It is a great, passionate team environment that is comparable to no other. Everyone works extremely hard and is also very supportive of one another.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
CN: Do not take a single day of this sport for granted, because you never know when your time as an athlete and time with your teammates will be taken away. Run every workout and race like it is your last.
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
CN: I am proud to be a member of this team and more than excited to have another year. Being a part of Rock track and field has built me into who I am today. It has taught me what hard work is and the rewards that come along with it. It has taught me to love the pain of workouts and to push myself past what I thought the limit was. I am excited for another year with Rock track and field, but I do wish the best of luck to everyone who may not be coming back next year.

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HALI OLSON  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Hurdles/Multi
• Hometown: Brookville, Pa.
• Major: Safety Management
• Parents: Christine and Rick Olson
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Five-time PSAC qualifier that competed in a total of 14 different events during her career … collegiate bests of 1:06.39 in the 400-meter hurdles, 1:01.66 in the 400-meter dash and 3,526 points in the heptathlon … PSAC Scholar-Athlete.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
HO: Unforgettable.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
HO: Spring break 2019 with the multi crew,
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
HO: My first indoor PSACs as a multi athlete.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
CN: May of 2020 with a degree in safety management.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
HO: I will begin my active duty military service when I graduate.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
HO: I would love to use my extra year of eligibility, but I will be commissioning as an active duty officer in the Army. I will be stationed on a military instillation, so I will not be able to come back to compete.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
HO: Intro to Military Science with professor Rogo.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
HO: My parents always told me to slow down and enjoy my time as a college student because it would fly by in the blink of an eye. I didn't believe it would go by so fast until now, as I sit here as a senior. I credit my four years going by so fast to the overwhelming support I have received from this university, its professors and the friends I have made along the way. I know there will always be decisions I make in life in which I may not be sure about or regret, but I can definitely say that deciding to attend SRU was one of the best decisions I have ever made.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
HO: Never give up. You have the capabilities to push your body to the limit and the only thing that can stop that from happening is yourself. Stay motivated and go get that PSAC title.
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
HO: LETS GO ROCK!

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KATI PALSKI  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Throws
• Hometown: Jersey Shore, Pa.
• Major: Exercise Science
• Parents: Cheryl and Eric Palski
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Four-time PSAC qualifier that competed in four different throwing disciplines … collegiate bests of 44.28 meters in the hammer throw and 13.31 meters in the weight throw … PSAC Scholar-Athlete.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
KP: Rewarding.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
KP: One of my favorite track memories happened at Mount Olive. Pap took hammer throwers down a day early. Any time with Pap is special, but he ended up driving around a field to get a picture next to a sign reading "Mount Olive, Pickle Capital of the World." Meanwhile, we were all bouncing around in the back of a van.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
KP: There has been so many. However, anytime getting to throw at Slippery Rock was a good time.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
KP: May of 2020 with a degree in exercise science. 
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
KP: Yes, I am planning to go to Physician's Assistant school. I am unsure where at this point.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
KP: Not at this point. I am planning to attend PA school. 
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
KP: My favorite class was Clinical Exercise Physiology with Dr. Jensen. However, Dr. Verba is one of my favorites too.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
KP: It's a small school, with good people and a good time ( :
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
KP: I will miss all of my teammates. They were all special to me in their own type of way. I hope for all of their success and GO ROCK!
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
KP: I'll miss you.

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MICHELLE POMPA  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Distance
• Hometown: Ashville, Pa.
• Major: Criminal Justice (minor in Social Work)
• Parents: Joanne and Butch Pompa
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Competed in 44 different competitions over her four-year career, including cross country and both track seasons … collegiate bests of 5:39.74 in the 1,500-meter run and 22:05.45 in the 5,000-meter run.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
MP: Incredible.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
MP: Some of my favorite memories from my time at SRU come from traveling to and from meets on the bus with my close friends.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
MP: My most memorable meet from my SRU career was running at Ashland University my freshman year. I ran a personal best in the 1,500-meter run that day with my family and close friends cheering me on the entire race.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
MP: I am graduating in May of 2020 with a degree in Criminal Justice and a minor in Social Work.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
MP: I do not plan to attend graduate school at this time, but I may reconsider in the future.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
MP: Unfortunately, I do not plan on using my extra year of NCAA eligibility. My goal following this semester is to find employment in my field as a probation officer.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
MP: My favorite class at SRU was Criminal Investigations with my favorite professor, Dr. David Champion.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
MP: To my returning teammates—Make the most of your time as an athlete at SRU because it will fly by. Thank you all for your endless support and always remember: patience, focus, courage.

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ELAINA POWELL  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Event: Javelin
• Hometown: Brookville, Pa.
• Major: Safety Management (with two minors)
• Parents: Amy and Mark Powell
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Two-time NCAA Division II National Championship qualifier in the javelin … placed 13th at the national meet in 2019 … two-time All-PSAC finisher in the javelin … two-time All-Region honoree in the javelin …  improved javelin PR by more than 27 feet from 2017 to 2019 … collegiate best of 47.05 meters in the javelin.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
EP: Memorable.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
EP: Anytime I was hanging out with the 'Jav Squad.' Whether that was at practice, playing cards, the Brett Young concert or just a random Tuesday night. We always had a good time and I am going to miss them the most.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
EP: The first time I went to Nationals in Charlotte, North Carolina. The rush of being surrounded by thousands of people was unlike any other.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
EP: I will graduate May 2020 with a degree in Safety Management and minors in Organizational Security and Leadership.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
EP: I am not planning to use the extra year. I am planning on moving to Maryland to work for a construction company as their Safety Coordinator.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
EP: My favorite class was Comprehensive Emergency Management and my favorite professor was Mr. Culligan.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
EP: You definitely will not regret it! The Slippery Rock track and field team has a coaching staff that truly does care about you, not only as an athlete but as a person. You also have incredible teammates that will push you to be your best and in the end may become some of your best friends.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
EP: Treat every practice, every meet and every workout like it is your last. Cherish these moments because it goes by faster than you think.
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
EP: Thank you so much for your support throughout my four years here at The Rock.

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KATIE PROFFITT  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Distance
• Hometown: Spring City, Pa.
• Major: Exercise Science (minor in Adapted Physical Activity)
• Parents: Judy and David Proffitt
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Competed in The Rock's lineup at the PSAC XC Championships three times in four years … scored at both the PSAC and NCAA Atlantic Regional XC Championships in 2019 … collegiate bests of 19:52 in the 5,000-meter run and 23:19 for a 6,000-meter XC course … PSAC Scholar-Athlete.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
KP: Unexpected.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
KP: I don't know if I could pick just one memory as my favorite, but being part of the cross country and track teams has given me the best college experience possible. I don't think I would be the same person if I hadn't run for Slippery Rock. I'm so grateful to my coach and teammates for pushing me and making me into the athlete that I am today.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
KP: This past fall, I was fortunate enough to run on the regional cross country team. My entire family came to watch me race one last time and I ended up running the best race of my life with a career PR.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
KP: I am graduating this May with a degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Adapted Physical Activity.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
KP: I will be returning to SRU this fall to pursue my Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
KP: I am hoping to use my extra year of eligibility next spring so that I can continue competing for The Rock in outdoor track.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
KP: My favorite professor at SRU was Mrs. Fagan, who taught me in both Disability Sport and Program Design in Adapted Physical Activity. Mrs. Fagan is a strong proponent of learning by doing and she always gave us the opportunity to apply whatever we were learning about. She is so passionate about what she teaches; I truly enjoyed being in her class.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
KP: Your athletic experience will be a memorable one, but it is not the only experience that matters. Slippery Rock offers so many great academic programs and extracurricular opportunities - take advantage of as many of these opportunities as possible. This is the best time to learn about yourself - what you like and don't like, what you're good at, and what type of person you want to be.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
KP: Listen to Pap when he says you need to be urgent - you never know which race, jump, throw or vault will be your last. Every training session, every meet, every season has a purpose. Don't lose sight of your goals, because before you know it, the clock is going to run out.

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KACEY RAIBLE  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Distance
• Hometown: Indiana, Pa.
• Major: Early Childhood and Special Education
• Parents: Linda and Todd Raible
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: 16-time PSAC qualifier in track … 12-time All-PSAC honoree … one-time PSAC champion on the track … two-time All-Region in cross country … four-time All-Region in track … USTFCCCA All-Academic honoree … 2019-20 RockAthletics.com Female Athlete of the Year.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
KR: Phenomenal.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
KR: Getting to travel to Italy on spring break with the Education Department and spending time with friends/teammates on the weekends.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
KR: Running a seven-second personal best of 5:00 in the mile to place third at the PSAC Indoor Championships this winter.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
KR: I am graduating this May with a degree in Early Childhood Pre-K-4 & Special Education Pre-K-12.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
KR: As of right now no, but if I change my mind I would attend SRU for a master's in Education.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
KR: I will absolutely use it if I were to attend graduate school at SRU. If not, I will be searching for a teaching position in the state of Pennsylvania.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
KR: My favorite course was Positive Behavior Strategies with Dr. Lynch.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
KR: I have received the BEST experience as an athlete here at SRU. I came in average and left as a Female Athlete of the Year competitor. The coaches care, believe and inspire you to reach your full potential. You will grow and be fantastic here at the ROCK!
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
KR: Keep striving for your goals... Run more and lift harder. Believe in the impossible!!
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
KR: Thank you for all your support through my running journey!

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ABBY WAY  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Throws
• Hometown: Salford, Pa.
• Major: School Wellness Education
• Parents: Gail and Raymond Way
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: 16-time PSAC qualifier in throwing events … one-time All-PSAC finisher … placed in six different events at PSAC championship meets to score points in the team standings … collegiate bests of 49.45 meters in the hammer, 16.14 meters in the weight throw and 12.82 meters in the shot put … also served as president of the SRU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
AW: Remarkable. Slippery Rock gave me the best four years of my life that I will never forget. Both academically and athletically everyone wants their students to go above and beyond and succceed. I will greatly miss being a student-athlete at Slippery Rock, but I will always cherish the time and opportunities that the university granted me.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
AW: Being on the track team gave me my best memories from college. We were a tightknit family that loved and cherished one another's abilities and I am so blessed that I received the opportunity to compete alongside everyone.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
AW: The most memorable meet for me was my junior year indoor PSAC meet. I was unranked in both of my events going into the competition and I ended up in third for shot put and eighth for weight throw. I got All-Conference honors and it was a weekend that I will never forget.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
AW: I will graduate in May with a bachelor's degree in School Wellness Education.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
AW: I am going to attend graduate school in the future. I eventually want to become a professor much like the ones in the P.E. department at SRU, so that I can impact college students lives as they did mine.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
AW: I wish I could use the extra year of eligibility, but I will be starting my full-time job in August teaching health and physical education for grades K-6 in the Conestoga Valley School District.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
AW: My No. 1 professor from day one has been Randy Nichols. He has always acted as a father figure for me and has always had my back. Anything he did was to better the department and his dedication and passion shows. I want him to know that his hard work does not go unnoticed and that I am not the only student in my major that feels this way. I hope to impact my students one day much like he did. 
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
AW: Do it. Slippery Rock gave me a home away from home and pushed me to my mental and physical limits. The coaching staff in every sport is caring and passionate. The student-athletes all have each other's backs and always push each other to go the extra yard. I was lucky enough to become the president of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee while at SRU and I have gotten to know everyone and anyone that works in the athletic department and they are all amazing people.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
AW: Cherish the time you have and always be 100 percent present. I never would have thought my senior year would end like it did, so cherish the time you have and do not be afraid to push yourself even farther. Go out there next year and bring home two more blue trophies in honor of the seniors who didn't get another chance. Push yourself and your teammates every practice and I am sure you will do things you never thought were possible. I love you all.
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
AW: I want every athlete at SRU to believe in themselves and have each other's backs. You can accomplish amazing things when you have a strong support system. Thank you all for everything. Everyone at Slippery Rock helped to give me the best four years of my life and I couldn't be more thankful for you all. Also, shout out to the athletic training staff for being the best group of people as well (treat your AT's with respect they work HARD).

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BRI WITHEREL  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Distance
• Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pa.
• Major: Exercise Science
• Parents: Carla and John Witherel
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Nine-time PSAC qualifier on the track … one-time PSAC champion as member of winning 4x800m relay this winter … three-time All-PSAC honoree … collegiate bests of 2:22.51 in the 800-meter run and 5:07.45 in the 1,500-meter run … PSAC Scholar-Athlete.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
BW: Unforgettable.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
BW: Building relationships with not only my teammates and classmates, but coaches and professors.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
BW: Placing first in the 4x800m relay at Indoor PSACs in 2020 (the last race of my career) with my best friends being on the same relay and having that help the women's team win the PSAC Championship!
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
BW: I will graduate in the summer of 2020 with a B.S in Exercise Science.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
BW: I will be attending Gannon University for a three-year doctoral program in Physical Therapy.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
BW: I totally would if Gannon had track, but they only have a cross country team. Maybe I'll make my cross country debut. I probably won't run every day and do many hard track workouts, but I plan on doing an internship this summer (hopefully if the virus calms down) and training middle school and high school athletes until I start DPT school.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
BW: All my professors in exercise science are amazing, I have relationships with all of them, but I really love the clinical classes where we apply what we have learned to exercise and do our own studies.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
BW: Slip is a special place, you will never regret your decision to represent The ROCK. You will feel such pride putting on that jersey. Don't take anything for granted, cherish every moment because these are the years you are going to reminisce about for the rest of your life.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
BW: You guys are amazing and I was so happy to call you all family. I can't wait to see The ROCK get more blue trophies and break records.
 
• Anything else you want to share with Rock Nation?
BW: Stay ROCK strong and stay safe out there <3>

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JOLENE YON  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Multi
• Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pa.
• Major: Health and Physical Education
• Parents: Kim and Gary Yon
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Four-time PSAC qualifier on the track … scored points in the multi-event for SRU at each of the last two PSAC Championship meets, including a career-best score in the pentathlon this winter … collegiate bests of 2,962 points in the pentathlon, 4,038 points in the heptathlon and 1.57 meters in the high jump … PSAC Scholar-Athlete.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
JY: Marvelous.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
JY: Meeting my teammates who became my best friends. You spend so much time together working hard on the track, then spend even more time after practice/going to meets. You meet your forever friends, which is something to hold on to.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
JY: After every hard/easy workout, we would always encourage each other saying our good jobs or "way to kill it" with a fist bump.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
JY: I will graduate next December with a Health and Physical Education degree.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
JY: Graduate school is up in the air as of right now. Eventually, I would like to go but I am unsure of when and of what the major will be.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
JY: If I use the extra year of eligibility I would use it at SRU. My goal after graduating is to find a teaching job in PE.
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
JY: I can't actually pick just one. I really loved all my professors.
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
JL: It is an extended home away from home. Once you get here everyone is so genuine and loving that you won't want to leave.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
JY: Grip it and rip it baby cause there's no time like today. We learned that the hard way from the coronavirus.

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LINDSEE ZIMMER  |  Roster Bio and Results
• Events: Distance
• Hometown: Waynesburg, Pa.
• Major: Exercise Science
• Parents: Julee and Andrew Zimmer
 
• Quick SRU Highlights: Competed in two PSAC XC Championship meets for SRU … collegiate bests of 19:34 in the 5,000-meter run and 24:34 for a 6,000-meter XC course … PSAC Scholar-Athlete.
 
IN HER OWN WORDS
• One word you would use to describe your experience at Slippery Rock?
LZ: Memorable. The memories I've made and experiences I've had these four years will be significant to me for years to come.
 
• What is/are your favorite Memory/Memories from your time at SRU?
LZ: The people I met and became close with throughout my time at Slippery Rock. Whether they were a teammate or classmate I made friendships to last a lifetime with really special people who made my college experience as great as it was.
 
• Most memorable game/event from your SRU career?
LZ: The 2019 cross country PSAC Championships. The women's team placed fourth against an amazing field. We finished a lot higher than expected. It was also special to toe the line with the distance senior girls for one last 6k together.
 
• When will you graduate? What will your degree be in?
LZ: I will graduate in May of 2020 with my degree in Exercise Science.
 
• Will you be attending graduate school? If so, do you know where and what major?
LZ: I will be attending graduate school at Gannon University's campus in Ruskin, Florida (20 miles from Tampa) studying for my Doctorate of Occupational Therapy.
 
• Do you plan to use the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA? If not, what comes next for you?
LZ: I do not plan to use my extra year of eligibility. Unfortunately, the graduate school I am attending is small, focusing on higher education in health sciences, so there are no athletics. But, I will continue to run for fun!
 
• Favorite class and/or professor at SRU?
LZ: Dr.Larouere in the Exercise Science department has been my favorite professor at SRU. 
 
• What would you say to high school student-athletes thinking about coming to Slippery Rock?
LZ: The opportunity to be a student-athlete at Slippery Rock is an amazing experience. The bonds created between other athletes and coaches are truly special.
 
• Any message you want to share with your teammates that are coming back next year?
LZ: Continue working hard, never taking advantage of a single second representing The ROCK. During the hard 6 a.m. workouts and afternoon lifting sessions, remember your individual and team goals as every little aspect is part of the process.
 

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OTHER SENIOR DAY CELEBRATIONS
- April 6 - Softball
- April 13 - Women's Tennis
- April 28 - Women's Lacrosse
- April 29 - Baseball
- April 30 - Men's Track and Field
- May 1 - Women's Track and Field



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