Roisin Treacy
Worship, Work, Win Fund
ROISIN TREACY (BA ’25, MBA ’26) grew up in a farm-style, brick house in Ashford in Wicklow County, Ireland, about 40 miles south of Dublin. Cows and sheep grazed the countryside, where she began running long distances at the age of 12.
For the Loyola cross-country athlete, coming to America to compete as a student-athlete was the fulfillment of a longtime dream. “I always wanted to come here on a running scholarship. I was at a college in Colorado previously, and I transferred after one year to Loyola. I’ve been much happier here since.”
Part of that has to do with the culture. She finds people in the Midwest more friendly and sociable than those in the mountain states. But Loyola’s academic rigor, and the facilities and training equipment she has access to as a student athlete are even more significant.
Irish-born cross country runner Roisin Treacy plans to carry on Sister Jean’s legacy by working as a sports psychologist for Irish athletes. (Photo courtesy of Loyola University Chicago Athletics)
As a member of the women’s cross-country team, which captured three consecutive Atlantic 10 conference titles (2022-2024), Treacy competed in team and individual events, including the 6k, 3k, 1500 meter, and 3k steeplechase. In 2024, at George Mason University, she won the Atlantic 10 conference title for the 3k steeplechase. She also contributed to the team’s 2024 conference win.
“Since coming to Loyola, coaches Gavin Kennedy, Pat Murray, and Gabby Gaudreault have all contributed to me growing immensely.” she said.
“When I first came to Loyola, I was fearful of failure and fearful of not meeting expectations, whereas now I enjoy seeing what I can do with other people and seeing what my max capabilities are, and how far I can go in the sport. That’s my new goal for each race.”
The Worship, Work, Win Fund has supported several aspects of Treacy’s success, allowing her to travel with the team by plane to some of the country’s most competitive Division 1 meets and train on state-of-the art stationary bikes and treadmills. The fund has also enabled the athletics department to purchase high-performing Nike running shoes and spikes, support a team dietician, and provide a “fueling station,” where athletes can grab protein shakes, granola bars, and other nutritious snacks.
Treacy says even after Sister Jean’s passing, her passion for sports and “contagious positivity” continues to inspire the team. “Every time we put on the Loyola uniform, we’re extremely grateful for everything she’s done.”
Worship, Work, Win Fund
ROISIN TREACY (BA ’25, MBA ’26) grew up in a farm-style, brick house in Ashford in Wicklow County, Ireland, about 40 miles south of Dublin. Cows and sheep grazed the countryside, where she began running long distances at the age of 12.
For the Loyola cross-country athlete, coming to America to compete as a student-athlete was the fulfillment of a longtime dream. “I always wanted to come here on a running scholarship. I was at a college in Colorado previously, and I transferred after one year to Loyola. I’ve been much happier here since.”
Part of that has to do with the culture. She finds people in the Midwest more friendly and sociable than those in the mountain states. But Loyola’s academic rigor, and the facilities and training equipment she has access to as a student athlete are even more significant.
As a member of the women’s cross-country team, which captured three consecutive Atlantic 10 conference titles (2022-2024), Treacy competed in team and individual events, including the 6k, 3k, 1500 meter, and 3k steeplechase. In 2024, at George Mason University, she won the Atlantic 10 conference title for the 3k steeplechase. She also contributed to the team’s 2024 conference win.
“Since coming to Loyola, coaches Gavin Kennedy, Pat Murray, and Gabby Gaudreault have all contributed to me growing immensely.” she said.
“When I first came to Loyola, I was fearful of failure and fearful of not meeting expectations, whereas now I enjoy seeing what I can do with other people and seeing what my max capabilities are, and how far I can go in the sport. That’s my new goal for each race.”
The Worship, Work, Win Fund has supported several aspects of Treacy’s success, allowing her to travel with the team by plane to some of the country’s most competitive Division 1 meets and train on state-of-the art stationary bikes and treadmills. The fund has also enabled the athletics department to purchase high-performing Nike running shoes and spikes, support a team dietician, and provide a “fueling station,” where athletes can grab protein shakes, granola bars, and other nutritious snacks.
Treacy says even after Sister Jean’s passing, her passion for sports and “contagious positivity” continues to inspire the team. “Every time we put on the Loyola uniform, we’re extremely grateful for everything she’s done.”