Interview Conducted by Athletic Communications Intern Mallory Woodland 

Royal Reflection highlights the senior student-athletes who represents what it means to be a Royal. In this edition, we feature Conor Doogan of The University of Scranton men's swim and dive team as he reflects on the moments that defined his time as a Royal. 

Describe your Scranton experience in three words 

• Captivating, motivating, unforgettable. 

What does being a Royal athlete mean to you? 

• To me, being a Royal athlete means taking part in something unique and larger than yourself that not many people have the opportunity to do. 

Do you have a go-to pre game or pre-competition ritual? 

• Third breakfast with the guys, black coffee, and 2 liquid IV. 

What's the biggest lesson you've learned as a Royal athlete? 

• Know yourself so that you can be your best self, both in and out of competition, for yourself and your teammates. 

Favorite memory? 

• Men's team dinner in Florida in 2026. 

What's something you've learned from a teammate that has stuck with you? 

• "What we're doing is fun. Keep it that way and don't put more pressure on yourself." - Zach Leonard '28 

What are you most proud of from your time at Scranton? 

• I am most proud of the relationships I have made that will last me a lifetime. 

What's one message you'd like to leave for your teammates? 

• Cherish the good times and take the disappointing times as opportunities to grow, not dig yourself deeper. 

Any advice for incoming student-athletes? 

• Lean on your people.