NEW HAVEN, Conn. - Amy Stevens (Lincoln, R.I.) of the Albertus Magnus College Women's Soccer team was named a finalist for the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) Athlete of the Year in Women's Sports.
It recognizes graduating student-athletes who have distinguished themselves throughout their collegiate careers in the areas of academic achievement, athletics excellence, service and leadership.
Stevens closed her career in fashion, being named the GNAC Goalkeeper of the Year as well as being named to the All-GNAC First Team. She was also named to the United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division III All-Region I First Team. She went 13-3-3 in net with 58 saves and a 0.81 goals-against average. Stevens finished her career with the all-time program record in shutouts (19), saves (329) and wins (37).
Academically, the Mathematics major sported a 3.99 GPA and was named to the College Sports Communicators All-District Team, named to the United Soccer Coaches Division III Women's Scholar All-East Region Third Team and named to the GNAC All-Academic Team.
The GNAC Athlete of the Year for women's sports will be announced on Tuesday, July 28th and will be submitted as the conference nominee for the Division III Commissioners Association (D3CA) Women's Sport Student-Athlete of the Year.
Amy Stevens' Personal Statement
When I arrived at Albertus Magnus College in the fall of 2022, I had two goals: play soccer and earn my degree. What I didn't know at the time was that Albertus would provide countless opportunities to grow, excel, and positively impact the lives of others in ways I never could have imagined, especially beyond the soccer field. Throughout my experience, I discovered that leadership is less about titles and recognition and more about having the passion and responsibility to show up for others, especially when they need you most.
One of the first opportunities that showed me the impact I could have on campus was my role as a Resident Assistant. Over three and a half years, some of the most meaningful moments of leadership happened when no one else saw them. Whether I was helping residents navigate challenges, creating a welcoming community, hosting a program, or simply being someone they could trust, I learned that showing up for others often meant listening more than speaking. The many late-night conversations, difficult crises, and everyday interactions with my residents taught me empathy, patience, and the importance of building genuine relationships. Being an RA was no easy task; I had to quickly learn time management, communication skills, and conflict resolution, but these skills have shaped me into the person that I am today.
That mindset carried into every opportunity I pursued on campus. As President of the Honors Program, I wanted to create experiences that brought students together and strengthened our community. I worked to create an environment where my peers felt comfortable expressing themselves and knew their voices were valued. As a Lead Tutor at the Peer Tutoring Center, I helped redesign tutor training and mentor new tutors so they would feel prepared and confident before working with students. My student teaching experience at Amity Regional High School brought these lessons full circle. Standing in front of my own classroom showed me that my leadership and impact extends far beyond the curriculum. It is about building relationships, fostering growth, encouraging confidence, and creating a space where every student feels capable of succeeding. This culmination of experiences is what has reinforced my passion for helping others and made me realize that investing in others is the impact I want to make throughout my years beyond Albertus.
Soccer gave me the opportunity to put these lessons into practice. As a goalkeeper and two-year captain, I was able to communicate under pressure, earn the trust of my teammates, and lead by example. Some of my greatest memories are not the awards, but the relationships I have built. Looking back, I realize that Albertus gave me more than a degree and a chance to compete. It gave me the confidence to lead, compassion to work with others, and a passion for creating communities where people feel supported and valued. As I begin my career as an educator, I hope to have the same lasting impact on others that this community has had on me.
