Fall Charge -- Brendan McDonald (Men's Tennis) - Bucknell University Athletics

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Dear Bucknell Men's Tennis Community,

From the moment I saw my older brother Max '19 hit a tennis ball wearing the Bucknell Orange & Blue, my dream to compete for the men's tennis team and become a Bison was born. Going into my sophomore year, I look forward to continuing to pursue that dream and make the Bison family proud.

Bucknell has provided me with a community and a family that I will hold dear for the rest of my life. My challenges at Bucknell have been met with a deep sense of determination and growth. Each obstacle I've encountered on this journey has become an opportunity for me to learn and evolve as a tennis player and a person.

The community at Bucknell is like no other. Since the moment I stepped on campus for my official visit, I could feel the warmth and the support of fellow students, coaches, and professors. My first year at Bucknell proved to be a bumpy but rewarding ride. This learning experience has shaped me into the person I am today, and I wouldn't want it any other way.

As I look ahead to my sophomore year, I am excited to continue my journey with the tennis team and to embrace further the opportunities and challenges of being a student-athlete at Bucknell. Bucknell University has been a place for me to grow as a person while enjoying a balanced experience as a student-athlete. I am grateful for the experiences Bucknell has provided, and I am eager to continue my career, both on the court and in the classroom.

The remarkable experiences I've had already at Bucknell have been made possible through the generosity and support of our program's backers. With another year of Bison Athletics in full swing, I am honored to share my experience with our loyal alumni, families, and friends. Your support, no matter the amount, plays a pivotal role in ensuring that my teammates and I have all the essential resources that allow us to compete at the highest level.

Thank you for allowing me to have such a great experience at Bucknell while being part of the men’s tennis family. I look forward to making you proud and helping our program succeed.

Go Bison!

Brendan McDonald '26
Undeclared Major
Bucknell Men's Tennis