NEW YORK - If you thought the awards were done rolling in for Brenda McDermott, think again. The Temple lacrosse graduate, a standout performer on the field for the Owls for the last two seasons, has now been honored for her off-the-field success with recognition as a BIG EAST Scholar-Athlete Sport Excellence Award winner.
The Scholar-Athlete Sport Excellence Awards are given to one student-athlete in each BIG EAST-sponsored sport based on academic credentials, athletic accolades or performances and volunteer service to the community. Student-athletes who have attained junior academic standing and a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 3.