TCNJ Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

 

2026-27 Executive Board
President: Katie Mazzacco - Women's Swimming & Diving
Vice President: Alyssa Alfano - Women's Soccer
Wellness Chair: Sam Mueller - Football
Student Ambassador Chair: Izzy Maher - Field Hockey
Community Outreach Chair: Braden Dromboski - Baseball
Social Media Chairs: Abbie Teefy & Maria LaPietra - Lacrosse

Mission Statement

The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) represents the Division III student-athlete voice in the Division III governance structure by reviewing legislation; identifying significant student-athlete issues; implementing national student-athlete based initiatives; encouraging community outreach; and enhancing Division III student-athlete involvement in and understanding of Division III in general. The committee meets in-person once a month. It also conducts teleconferences as needed.

About Us

SAAC attends to the general concerns of TCNJ student-athletes and acts as a liaison between all varsity athletes and the TCNJ community, from the student body to the administration, as a body dedicated to promoting attendance at varsity athletic events and fostering camaraderie amongst all TCNJ varsity student-athletes. Throughout their sporting careers at TCNJ, student-athletes can also participate in community service and leadership development through the SAAC.

The committee is composed of at least two representatives from each team, who are chosen or selected by their respective teams. Any varsity team member may participate in SAAC, however only those members elected/appointed by their individual teams may vote on SAAC issues.

Battle of the Lion's Den "BOLD" Cup

The BOLD Cup represents a year-long competition among all of TCNJ's athletic teams, aiming to boost the student-athlete experience. Throughout the year, teams will compete against each other in TCNJ Athletic's four core areas of academics, athletics, philanthropy and the student-athlete experience. The BOLD Cup seeks to foster a strong sense of community and TCNJ spirit while providing student-athletes with opportunities to build relationships, engage with their campus and community, develop essential life skills, and grow into well-rounded individuals prepared for life after graduation.

Follow the links below to learn about important BOLD Cup information: information sheet on how it will run throughout the semester, links to record your attendance to earn points for your team, ongoing scoring sheet with all team's current standings.

BOLD Cup Linktree
Information - How it Works?
Links to Attendance Forms
Scoring Sheet / Current Standings

Sub-Committees
Community Service Initiatives
Mental Health Initiative
Student Ambassador Initiative
NCAA Division III Week
 
How to Get Involved
If you are interested in in joining SAAC, please contact smithmil@tcnj.edu