BETHLEHEM, Pa. --- The next current student-athlete in Moravian College Department of Athletics & Recreation Get to Know Series is men's golf student-athlete Kody Kolnik from the Class of 2021. Kolnik has played 17 rounds for the Greyhounds, shooting a career low of 78 twice. He is a two-time member of the Landmark Conference Spring Academic Honor Roll.
Kody Kolnik
Class: 2021
Major: Business Management
How did you choose your sport? Some of my friends asked me to play a round of golf and I really enjoyed it.
Why did you come to Moravian College? I came to Moravian because I really liked the first visit, and I could play golf there.
What is your major and how did you choose it? I am a Business Management major, and I chose it because I want to maybe one day own my own business.
What are your future plans? After college, I plan on applying at ADP or Uline.
What is your favorite place on campus? Garbanzo.
What activities/organizations at Moravian College have you been active in as a student-athlete? I was a member of SAAC.
You've been a member of SAAC. What made you choose to be part of SAAC and what has been your favorite part of working with SAAC? I chose to be part of SAAC because I wanted to represent my team to provide insight to SAAC officers on how our season is going and if there any changes that need to be made.
What is your most memorable moment at Moravian? Winning back-to-back tournaments to open our season.
Do you have any pre-event rituals or superstitions? No.
What advice do you have for prospective student-athletes looking to attend Moravian College? Have self confidence in yourself and manage your time wisely between schoolwork and sports.
What is the best piece of advice you've been given? Be a leader, not a follower.
Who are your role models/most influential people? My whole family, especially my parents.
Which three people, living or dead, would you like to share a meal with? Rory Mcllroy, Derek Jeter, Thomas Lakata.
Tell us something about yourself that would surprise most people. I was born on Friday the 13th.
Quick Hits:
Favorite Color – Blue and orange
Favorite Food – Pizza and wings
Favorite Restaurant – Chick-fil-A
Favorite Movie – Caddyshack
Favorite TV Show – The Office
Favorite Musical Artist – Drake
Favorite Athlete – Derek Jeter
Favorite Pro Team – Yankees
Hobbies – Playing video games, hunting, and hanging out with friends
Most Prized Possession – My dog
Ideal Travel Destination – Las Vegas
Your Spirit Animal – Monkey
Superpower you'd Like to Have – Be able to fly