Lenya Ryan, a senior swimmer at West Chester University, has been named to the PSAC Winter Top 10 list, recognizing her academic and athletic achievements. This prestigious award highlights her as one of the top student-athletes in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference, achieving a minimum 3.50 GPA while making significant contributions in competition. Ryan's selection makes her the first women's swimmer from West Chester to earn this honor since last year, alongside fellow Golden Rams swimmer Kolos Nagy. She has excelled as a two-time PSAC Champion and has qualified for the NCAA Division II Championships. With this recognition, Ryan is now in contention for the PSAC Pete Nevins Scholar Athlete of the Year award.

By the Numbers
  • Ryan is one of two Golden Rams named to the list this year.
  • She is the 59th recipient from West Chester and the 13th women's swimmer recognized.
  • Ryan is a two-time PSAC Champion in the 200-yard breaststroke and 200 individual medley.
State of Play
  • Ryan joins repeat recipients Luna Castellanos and Mia Kalich on the women's Winter Top 10 team.
  • She qualified for NCAA Championships in three events this season.
  • Ryan has received multiple academic honors, including PSAC Academic All-Conference and PSAC Scholar Athlete awards.
What's Next

As Ryan continues to excel in both swimming and academics, her next goal will be to compete at the NCAA Division II Championships. Additionally, she will be vying for the PSAC Pete Nevins Scholar Athlete of the Year award at the end of the academic year. Further performances in upcoming meets could enhance her prospects for this title.

Bottom Line

Lenya Ryan's achievements reflect a commendable balance of academic excellence and athletic prowess, positioning her as a key figure in West Chester University's sports narrative. Her induction into the PSAC Winter Top 10 underscores the importance of recognizing student-athlete achievements, paving the way for future Golden Rams swimmers in the conference.