Zach Austin

The calculations of success

Carrie Ellis balances engineering, college athletics Senior midfielder Carrie Ellis was one of two URI students to win the Tim J. O’Leary Scholarship this year. PHOTO CREDIT: gorhody.com As a senior on the University of Rhode Island Women’s Soccer team, Carrie Ellis has gained recognition over the years for her play on the field. But…

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Legendary swim and dive coach retires from URI after 50 years

Mick Westkott has coached the women’s program since the team’s inception in 1975. PHOTO CREDIT: Melissa Marchese After a half-decade, the University of Rhode Island’s longest-tenured coach has decided to hang up his whistle for good. The University announced on March 30 that Mick Westkott will retire following a 50-year run with the Swimming and…

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