Veronica is a model student, and she is the living proof of how it is possible to combine high academic profit with a parallel working and sports life. Besides working as a student assistant at the Athletics Department for some time, Veronica took a key role in maintaining and developing volleyball at John Cabot. As a great athlete and sports passionate, she was able to join our team as a leader, playing the role of captain and assistant coach, and in some circumstances, succeeding in replacing our head coach too. Veronica, as a great sportswoman, has always shown a sense of commendable belonging to JCU, displaying all those values ​​written on the Olympic Chart, such as brotherhood and respect for their teammates and coaches, both inside and outside the court.

Marco Fortuna – 2018

The Sport Award 2018 goes to Marco Fortuna, a student that brought to JCU Athletics nothing but excellence. He started to work with us during the Fall 2014 semester and little by little, he became the leader of our student assistant crew and took a strategic role during our orientation weeks. He was not only the student worker that every supervisor would only hope to have, but he consistently gave a lot of energy and dedication while representing JCU in the University of Rome tournaments. Playing at first on the 11 vs 11 soccer team, he eventually became the captain of our 5 vs 5 team, elevating our JCU colors to a more advanced level each year. He is a good midfielder, inside and outside the field, always ready to tackle and smart enough to provide good passes to his teammates.

Valeria Muzzin – 2017

Valeria has been on women’s soccer team since her very first semester. She won the first JCU soccer championship three years ago and since last year she is our team captain. She took this big responsibility, as we had to completely renew the team from zero. She was able to be on top of this difficult situation and, thanks to her leadership and dedication, she helped us greatly in creating a fantastic group, which is actually now leading the University championship. Valeria was not just a great captain, but also one of the best student workers that the Athletics Department ever had.
Thanks to her daily commitment and her professionalism, Valeria represents a point of reference for her colleagues and a trustworthy presence for her supervisors. Valeria loves Athletics, and her passion had a big influence on her school-mates and in the growth of the Gladiator Spirit. Thank you for everything you did and good luck for the future!

Lucio D’Alessandro – 2016

Lucio D’Alessandro is a guy with a pleasant smile, genial and sometimes also a bit crazy! He worked hard for the Athletics department but, despite the excellent graphics and social media skills he learned at JCU, his most important values are his positive attitude and spirit. He brought many ideas and developed many project, from the Hip-Hop classes to the Flash Mobs of the student life parties, from being the 2015′ Volleyball MVP to being the Athletics Social Media coordinator.

Davide Menci has been a member of the “Dream Team” which won John Cabot’s first ever sports championship. Not only was he a champion on the field, but also in the office. For years, Davide was a key member in orientation and during the semesters, involving both degree-seeking and study-abroad students in all offered activities and programs. Thanks to his marketing studies, he also helped us revolutionize the departmental communication. He truly embodies the Gladiator Spirit!

Fares, a Lebanese national Muay Thai champion, was an influential member of John Cabot community. During his time at JCU, Fares participated in many sports and worked hard for the Athletics Department. Fares also founded the “JCU Martial Arts Club”, which won several competitions in Italy.

All around athlete, Victoria is a regional Hammer Throw champion. In 2013 and 2014, Victoria ranked in the top 10 for hammer throwing, making it to Nationals both years. Victoria was also a member of the Lady Gladiators Soccer Team, and worked at the JCU Athletics Department for four years.

Luke Norian of the class of 2013 actively participated in the activities offered in the athletics department. Not only was he a participant, but he also taught courses and conducted the running club as well. Luke’s presence has become a reference for all in creating a stimulating environment in the John Cabot community.