Athletics with Austin

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Let’s hear more about the Sharks, LIU’s Division I athletics program and three time conference commission cup winner. Austin, a junior majoring in finance and a member of the men’s ice hockey team will introduce LIU’s Division I athletic program, the largest collegiate athletic program in the nation with 38 sports, including football, basketball, soccer, and lacrosse. Austin will share why student athletes proudly represent Shark Nation. Pass it to you. Austin.

– [Austin] LIU on two. One, two!

– [Everyone] LIU!

– Thanks, Alex. What’s up everyone? I came to Long Island University for the chance to play division one hockey for a program that focuses on competitive excellence. Competing against some of the best schools in college hockey has been an amazing experience. Being part of Shark Nation means working with incredible coaches and trainers who push me to become the best version of myself. I’ve built lifelong friendships with my teammates who I proudly call family, and with 38 division one sports. Our Shark Nation community is massive. We all proudly wear the blue and gold. At Long Island University we take pride in winning in everything we do. As part of the hockey team, we embody the values of preparation, respect, professionalism, honor and competitive excellence, both on and off the ice. Hockey culture is huge on Long Island and being the closest division one hockey team to New York City means we play against NHL Caliber talent. We even share our home arena with the New York Islanders. Game days are electric, whether it’s on the ice or supporting my fellow sharks on the court or the field. I love seeing PAC stands, the fans showing their Shark Nation spirit and the marching band hyping everyone up, but being a student athlete at LIU is about so much more than just competing. We are all committed to our community, completing thousands of hours of community service and raising funds for important causes each year through LIU Cares. Being a student athlete at Long Island University has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The unity within my team, alongside support from coaches, professors, fellow students and fans, makes it such a privilege to wear the Sharks uniform. Time to hit the ice. Pass it to you Alex.

– Austin, thank you so much. The competitive excellence of the Sharks is unbelievable and we love hearing about the energy on game day. We are all wishing you an incredible season ahead, and thank you for sharing your experiences. Cheers, Austin.