BETHLEHEM, Pa. --- The next current student-athlete in Moravian College Department of Athletics & Recreation Get to Know Series is men's basketball student-athlete Nate Dougherty '23. Dougherty played in 22 games in his debut season with the Greyhounds and had 49 points, 31 rebounds and eight assists.
Nate Dougherty
Class: 2023
Major: Sports Management
How did you choose your sport? I have always enjoyed the excitement and competitiveness that comes with basketball which pushes me to be a better player.
Why did you come to Moravian College? I choose Moravian because it is a great school academically and would help provide me with connections to help jumpstart my career after graduation.
What is your major and how did you choose it? My major is Sports Management which I chose because it will allow me to interact and work towards a common goal with people that share the same passion as me.
What are your future plans? After graduation, my future plans are to work as an equipment manager for a professional sports franchise.
What is your favorite place on campus? My favorite place on campus would be Johnston Hall because it is where I am able to work on my game and share special moments throughout the season with my teammates.
What activities/organizations at Moravian College have you been active in as a student-athlete? Aside from being on the Men's Basketball team, I am 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 a member of SAAC because I wanted to be a voice for my teammates and other athletes. My favorite part of working with SAAC is seeing the different activities and events that bring positivity and progress to campus.
What is your most memorable moment at Moravian? My most memorable moment would be seeing the upperclassmen receive their championship rings when I was a freshman because it provided me with motivation to work harder and help my team to hopefully accomplish that feat again soon.
Do you have any pre-event rituals or superstitions? Before every game since I was in high school, I eat thin pretzel sticks and have a pair of lucky socks that I always wear.
What advice do you have for prospective student-athletes looking to attend Moravian College?
Moravian not only is a great school academically but has coaches and athletes who work hard and embody a winning culture.
What is the best piece of advice you've been given? The best piece of advice I've been given is to focus on doing everything with a purpose whether that be in the classroom, in the weight room or on the court because you won't get anywhere in life doing things half-heartedly.
Who are your role models/most influential people? My Mom is the most influential to me because not only is she the strongest and most caring person I know, but she would do anything for the ones she cares about.
Which three people, living or dead, would you like to share a meal with? LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and my grandmother
Tell us something about yourself that would surprise most people. I know a good amount of sign language.
Quick Hits:
Favorite Color – Blue
Favorite Food – Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak
Favorite Restaurant – Point Phillips Hotel
Favorite Movie – He Got Game
Favorite TV Show – Friends
Favorite Musical Artist – Lil Baby
Favorite Athlete – LeBron James
Favorite Pro Team – Philadelphia Eagles
Hobbies – Collecting shoes
Most Prized Possession – My Family
Ideal Travel Destination – Australia
Your Spirit Animal – Lion
Superpower you'd Like to Have – Flying
