Letters from alumnae: Lindsay Klix

Each Thursday this summer, Bryant University Volleyball alumnae will reflect on their experiences as a student-athlete at Bryant and playing for Coach Garlacy.

This Thursday's installment is from Lindsay Klix, who played at Bryant from 2002-05.

"Having played volleyball at Bryant is both a great privilege and accomplishment—But without my teammates, coaches, and the support of the Bryant family, I would never have lasted.

"I arrived on campus with little confidence or expectation of the success the next four years would bring.  The tumultuous journey to earn my place among my Bryant family was difficult at times, but by far one of the most rewarding experiences.

"Far from home, I was homesick and exhausted but fully embraced by teammates, and found friendships that quickly felt like family.

"Coaches Ted and Theresa Garlacy balanced focus, determination, discipline and tenacity to enable team growth & camaraderie.  They set clear expectations and the rules were simple. Winning was always the goal, but education was undeniably the priority.  Their leadership and coaching would ultimately take us to compete successfully in the NCAA tournament four consecutive years.

"The support system built, infused and sustained on campus under the steadfast leadership of President Ron & Kati Machtley unequivocally offers a foundation for students' success.

"Being a student-athlete opened up a world of leadership roles, councils, and various accolades. It taught me a great deal on balance, and finding humility in a newfound relentless confidence, and presented me with life skills and tools for a global workforce."

Bryant begins its 2019 season Friday, Aug. 30, when the Bulldogs face San Diego State in a tournament hosted by FGCU in Fort Myers, Florida. The Bulldogs' home opener will be Friday, Sept. 6, when Bryant hosts North Dakota in its first match of the Hampton Inn-vitational.

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