Episode 310: Rachel McCool, National SAAC Chair

Episode 310 of the Talkin’ G-MAC Podcast, hosted by Katie Gilhooly, welcomes Rachel McCool following her election as the Division II National Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Chair. In this episode, McCool reflects on her experience at the NCAA Convention, the responsibility of representing student-athletes on a national level, and the goals she has set for her term.McCool discusses the importance of student-athlete voices in legislative conversations, emphasizing how meaningful it is for representatives to feel heard and valued in high-level meetings. She shares how the convention provided valuable networking opportunities and insight into the decision-making processes that shape Division II athletics.Throughout the conversation, McCool highlights her passion for leadership development and community engagement, both of which will be priorities during her time as chair. She also acknowledges the significant time commitment required for SAAC involvement and the overwhelming support she has received from her campus and conference community.Episode 310 offers an inside look at the impact student-athlete leadership can have at the national level and reinforces the importance of advocacy, service, and engagement within Division II athletics.