Tiha Konyves, 5th year Neuroscience student.
Favourite quotes: “Movement is meditation. Move to win.” – Conor McGregor and “Just keep swimming” – Dory
What have you learned from your experience at the U of L? “Curiosity is a great motivator in class and in sport. Also that it’s necessary to take the time to recover mentally and I find swimming, socializing and meditation to be incredibly useful.”
“My best friends are on this team. I love challenging myself, physically and mentally.” Megan Heggenstaller, 5th year Kinesiology student.
Favourite quote: “Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion – you must set yourself on fire.” – Arnold H. Glasow
Ryan Thornley. Ryan works as a strength and conditioning coach and aspires to compete for Canada in the Summer Olympic Games.
“Being a varsity athlete was my favourite part of the experience at the U of L.”
“My teammates always have my back, and they are always pushing me to be a better swimmer.” Anika Swart, fourth-year Social Science student.
“I’ve learned a lot about time management and dedication. Being on the swim team is hard, but I wouldn’t want to have it any other way.”
Arden Shibley, fourth- year New Media student and professional photographer, shooting with the pronghorns swim team. Arden coordinated athletes, facilities and equipment while managing risk and safety, using scuba and underwater photography to bring these images to life.
