Senior Spotlight: Reflections of Julian Beban and Ryan Donovan on Their Time at Holy Cross
The Holy Cross men’s soccer team is gearing up for its Senior Day game against Colgate on October 26 at 3 p.m. To get insights into the senior players' experiences, we caught up with Julian Beban and Ryan Donovan. Donovan highlighted memorable moments like tying Clemson and defeating Army, while Beban cherished the camaraderie with teammates off the field.
Beban aims to leave a positive impact on the team's culture, emphasizing the strong relationships among players. As a senior captain, he hopes to pass on this positive culture for future years. Donovan aspires to leave the program in a better state, both on and off the field, embodying the essence of teamwork.
Donovan learned resilience and time management through handling injuries and academic demands as a student-athlete. Beban values discipline and organization as a student-athlete, emphasizing the importance of establishing productive habits for success in academics and athletics.
Playing soccer at Holy Cross has allowed Beban to compete at a high level with teammates he deeply cares about. The bonds formed on and off the field are invaluable, leading to lifelong friendships. Donovan treasures the relationships built at Linda Johnson Smith Soccer Stadium during his time at Holy Cross.
In conclusion, the senior players reflect on their time at Holy Cross with gratitude for the memories, friendships, and lessons learned, leaving a lasting legacy on the soccer program.