BETHLEHEM, Pa. --- The next alum in the Moravian College Department of Athletics & Recreation's Get to Know Series is former women's tennis student-athlete Brittney Eady from the Class of 2017. Eady was named the Landmark Conference Women's Tennis Player of the Year in 2017 and the Rookie of the Year in 2014. She was a six-time Landmark All-Conference First Team honoree including in singles all four seasons. Eady finished her career with a 52-18 singles record and a 47-24 doubles slate.
Brittney Eady
Class: 2017
How did you choose the sport you played when you were growing up? I actually started off not liking tennis, but I met a lot of friends that kept me coming back to practice and I just improved my game
Why did you choose to come to Moravian College? Coach Dawn Ketterman-Benner sealed the deal for me. She would always check in with me although I didn't confirm Moravian yet, she helped me out a lot and was overall very kind
What experiences as a student-athlete at Moravian helped prepare you for life after college? My time management skills improved. Being on the tennis team came with not only preparing for matches but also balancing my grades, having a job and still making leisure time for myself.
How did you get into your current occupation? I majored in psychology and have my degree. I work for the Administration for Children Services
What was your favorite place on campus? The coach's office because i would always stop by and bother my coaches as well as interacting with the other coaches.
What activities/organizations were you involved in at Moravian College as a student-athlete? Black Student Union
What was your most memorable moment at Moravian? Being awarded rookie of the year and ending college tennis by being awarded player of the year
What advice do you have for prospective student-athletes looking to attend Moravian College? Have fun and enjoy the experience
What advice do you have for current student-athletes as they approach graduation? Make the last year count and don't be afraid of life after college
What is the best piece of advice you've been given? It's not over yet.
Who are your role models/most influential people? My mom and Serena Williams
Which three people, living or dead, would you like to share a meal with? Serena Williams, Rihanna and Barack Obama
Tell us something about yourself that would surprise most people. Then it wouldn't be a surprise now would it. :) I love watching Anime
Quick Hits:
Favorite Color – Blue
Favorite Food – Jerk Chicken, Oxtails or Curry Goat
Favorite Restaurant – The Cheesecake Factory or Rainhas
Favorite Movie – Rush Hour 3
Favorite TV Show – SpongeBob
Favorite Musical Artist – Chris Brown
Favorite Athlete – Serena Williams
Favorite Pro Team – None
Hobbies – Tennis and working out
Most Prized Possession – My Tennis Necklace
Ideal Travel Destination – Dubai
Your Spirit Animal – A Cheetah
Superpower you'd Like to Have – Time Travel
