This week in the spotlight; the university of Slamstox-golfer Walt Potters: Marymount University. Walt started playing golf with his parents when he was 10 years old. Before that, he also played hockey and tennis. In 2019, Walt started focusing more on golf. He joined the men\u2019s team at his home course and in 2020 Walt won the junior championships! Walt decided to make a move to Marymount University, to further develop himself as a player and as a person.<\/p>\n\n
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Walt explains below why he chose Marymount University: <\/p>\n\n
“I chose Marymount because of the good connection with coach Kelly and the great location. Besides that I think it’s a great place for me to improve as a player and person.”<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n
Are you curious about all the great facilities of Marymount University? Keep reading!
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Marymount University, the first Catholic university in Virginia, was founded in 1950 as Marymount College. In that time, the university was for women’s only. Through the years, it has grown into a coeducational university and the name changed in Marymount University. About 3,500 students are now studying there every year.<\/p>\n\n
The campus is nearby Washington D.C., the capital city of the United States of America. Marymount\u2019s location, just a short Metro ride from Washington, offers many opportunities for entertainment and fun. So you don’t have to be bored!<\/p>\n\n
Besides the beautiful location of this university, the facilities are also great. The main campus is the home of Marymount Athletics. As a student-athlete, you will spent many time here. All sports facilities are located in the Rose Bente Lee Center, including the field where the basketball and volleyball teams play.<\/p>\n\n
<\/figure><\/li><\/ul>Converse Family Field House<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n
Fun fact: Marymount University has it’s own Starbucks. You’ll find this a little further from the main building, in the Ballston Center. You don’t need to worry if you don’t own a car, Marymount University offers a free shuttle service, making it easy to get from the Ballston campus to the main campus.<\/p>\n\n
Do you want to become a student-athlete in the USA?<\/p>\n\n
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