TOWSON, Md. --- The Landmark Conference has announced its 2014 Fall All-Sportsmanship Team, which includes one student-athlete from each institution for each sport selected by the players and coaches from their respective team.
The All-Sportsmanship Team recognizes student-athletes who epitomize the ideals of sportsmanship. The student-athletes selected demonstrate fair play, graciousness in victory and respectfulness in defeat. They are ambassadors for the team, both on and off the field, and galvanize their teammates toward their goals. These student-athletes exhibit respect for themselves, teammates, coaches, opponents, officials, spectators and the greater campus community.
The All-Sportsmanship Team was created by the Landmark Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) in 2013 as a way to highlight student-athletes who are making an impact. The Landmark Conference previously awarded a Sportsmanship Cup before the All-Sportsmanship Team replaced the Cup for the 2013-14 academic year.
Men's Soccer
Junior defender Matthew Gandy is the men's soccer team's selection to the All-Sportsmanship Team. Gandy played in 18 games while starting in 17 for the Blue and Grey this fall, and he was an integral part of the defensive line that posted a 3-4-1 conference record and four shutouts in 2014.
"I am very happy that Matt Gandy has been named to the Landmark Conference All Sportsmanship Team," commented Head Men's Soccer Coach Todd Ervin. "Matt's dedication and professionalism on the field this season has helped turned him into one of the top defenders in the league and this is a very deserving award."
Women's Soccer
Senior defender Kaylan Bruzzone has been named to the Landmark All-Sportsmanship Team as the representative for the Moravian women's soccer squad. Bruzzone played and started 17 games for the Hounds contributing one assist this season. She was name to the 2014 Fall Academic Honor Roll for the second consecutive year.
"Kaylan demonstrated throughout the season the ability to lead by example," stated Head Women's Soccer Coach Jeff Ykourk. "At times, this meant putting her own frustrations behind so she could make sure the entire team was prepared for practice and games. At no time during the season would you see her not doing what's best for the team and Moravian athletics."
Field Hockey
Senior defender Emily Marley is the field hockey team's 2014 recipient of the All-Sportsmanship honor. She played and started in 14 games for the Hounds this season. Marley was second on the team for defensive saves with four, and part of the defensive line that was ranked in the NCAA Division III statistical leaders for defensive saves. They were tied in 15th with 13 defensive saves. She was also named to the 2014 Fall Academic Honor Roll.
"Emily Marley has been an integral part of our team for the past four years and sportsmanship is definitely a word that would come to mind when you think of her," commented Head Coach Amy Endler. "Despite battling injuries for the past two years, Emily has kept a positive attitude and always put her team's needs first. She has a deep passion for the game of field hockey and always treated it and her opponents with respect."
Volleyball
Junior defensive specialist Andrea Giardina was named to the All-Sportsmanship Team from Moravian volleyball for the second year. Giardina played in 34 matches this fall recording 189 digs, 37 assists and 17 service aces for the Greyhounds and was named to the 2014 Fall Academic Honor Roll for the second time.
"Andi was once again our top choice for the Sportsmanship award this year," stated Head Volleyball Coach Shelley Bauder. "She is a dedicated student athlete who works hard on the court and continually maintains a very positive attitude with her teammates and the coaching staff."
Cross Country
Senior Alec Duncan is the 2014 men's cross country selection to the Landmark All-Sportsmanship Team for the second consecutive year. Duncan turned in the best time of his career at Regionals hosted by Dickinson College this season with a time of 25:50.6 in the 8,000-meter run earning him All-Region honors. Duncan earned All-Conference First Team honors all four years after placing sixth at the 2014 Landmark Conference Championships at Goucher College.
"Alec is very competitive in the moment, but knows how to distinguish between that competitive mentality during the race, and the sportsmanship and respect for after the race," commentated Head Cross Country Coach Jesse Baumann. "He'll congratulate his competitors even after a hard-fought race and is a good representative of the program."
Freshman Larkin Brown named to the All-Sportsmanship Team from the women's cross country program. Brown was injured for most of the season but continued to be part of the program all year.
"Larkin has had a challenging season with some injuries, but has been a great positive team spirit," stated Baumann. "She has always exemplified the mutual respect and optimistic character traits you hope to see with someone displaying good sportsmanship. She represents what you want to see from a student-athlete."
