University of North Carolina Ashville Athletics
UNC Asheville Student-Athlete Advocacy Committee

PURPOSE
Student-Athlete Advocacy Committee (SAAC) is a leadership group consisting of student-athletes representing all sports at UNC Asheville. The UNC Asheville SAAC provides insight on the student-athlete experience and offers input on the rules, regulations, and policies that affect student-athletes' lives. SAAC members serve as a conduit of communication among student-athletes, coaches and athletic administrators in an effort to improve the student-athlete experience.
MISSION
- Creating a voice for the student-athletes of UNC Asheville within our institution, the Big South Conference, the Atlantic Sun Conference and the NCAA.
- Soliciting student-athlete input on various programs and events such as academic counseling, peer tutoring and community service projects
- Promoting a positive student-athlete image
- Enhancing the total student-athlete experience
- Connecting student-athletes with their community through various community service projects
2026-27Â SAAC OFFICERS
| NAME | TITLE | SPORT | |
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Jacoby Ennis | President | Cross Country/Track & Field |
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Olivia Doyle | Vice President | Women's Soccer |
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Izzy Perkins | Volunteer Coordinator | Women's Volleyball |
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Danai Gkogkosi | Creative Director | Women's Swimming and Diving |
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Hank Neal | Student-Athlete Welfare | Cross Country/Track & Field |
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Lucca Barros | Student-Athlete Welfare | Men's Soccer |
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Kieayla Williams | Inclusion and Belonging Officer | Track and Field |
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Campbell Stoll | Events Coordinator | Women's Soccer |















