Cadet-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

PREAMBLE
We, the members of The Citadel Cadet-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), make it our mission to enhance the total cadet-athlete experience and bridge the gap between our institution's athletes and its community.

MISSION

Creating a voice for the cadet-athletes of The Citadel within our institution, the Southern Conference, and the NCAA;
Soliciting cadet-athlete input on various programs which involve cadet-athletes such as academic counseling, peer tutoring, and community service projects;
Promoting a positive cadet-athlete image;
Enhancing the total cadet-athlete experience;
Connecting cadet-athletes with their community through various community service projects.

The Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is a group of cadet-athlete leaders who serve the Institution by representing the concerns of the cadet-athlete population to The Citadel’s Athletic Leadership Team, the Southern Conference SAAC, and the NCAA through the national SAAC. SAAC is also a committed community engagement organization that participates in various projects and initiatives throughout the year. Our SAAC advisors will select deserving cadet-athletes to attend the Southern Conference Student-Athlete Leadership Institute (SALI) and the Southern Conference Winter SAAC Meeting.

About the Southern Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee:
The mission of the Southern Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is to enhance the total student-athlete experience by promoting opportunity, protecting student-athlete well-being, and fostering a positive student-athlete image. Read more about the SoCon SAAC.

2026-27 SAAC Executive Commitee

	Lance Peterson Wrestling
	Noah Casa Track & Field
	Ella Derrick Mixed Rifle

2026-27 SAAC Roster

	Landon Kahl Baseball
	Jayden Williams Baseball
	Jacob Deacon Baseball
	Marcos Gonzales Basketball
	Jameson Heck Basketball
	Brock Nobles Football
	Jack Weil Football
	Wynn Meetze Football
	Lola Barnett Golf
	Carson Diggs Cross Country
	Noah Casa Track & Field
	AJ Kut Track & Field
	Ella Derrick Mixed Rifle
	Michael Legens Mixed Rifle
	Caelynn January Soccer
	Diego Ladino Tennis
	Reece Beckendorf Tennis
	Luci Lippelgoos Volleyball
	Jess Martin Volleyball
	Brylee Deering Cross Country
	DeMarie Washington Track & Field
	Danielle Williams Track & Field
	Lance Peterson Wrestling
	Bryce Dadey Wrestling