What is the SAAC?
The student-athlete advisory council (SAAC) is a committee made up of student-athletes assembled to provide insight on the student-athlete experience. The SAAC also offers input on the rules, regulations and policies that affect student-athletes' lives on NCAA member institution campuses. Presently, there are separate national SAACs for NCAA Division I, II and III. NCAA legislation mandates that all member institutions have SAACs on their respective campuses. Further, NCAA legislation requires that all members conferences have SAACs.
Purpose
The Pacific University SAAC aspires to encourage unity and communication between student-athletes, teams, faculty, and the entire Pacific University community. Through collaboration between student-athletes and administration, SAAC provides the opportunity to enhance leadership skills and give space to cultivate the voices of all student-athletes. SAAC will strive to build relationships and continue involvement with the greater Forest Grove community.
Board Members
RJ Lydon
SAAC Position: President
Sport: Cross Country
Major: Undecided
Hometown: Arlington, WA
Nate Willis
SAAC Position: Vice President
Sport: Men's Basketball
Major: Sports Leadership and Management
Hometown: Raleigh, NC
Nicole Louie
SAAC Position: Treasurer
Sport: Swimming
Major: Undecided
Hometown: Corvallis, OR
Jordan Lucero
SAAC Position: Communications
Sport: Women's Track & Field
Major: Special Education
Hometown: Pueblo, CO
McKenzie Uyehara
Position: Red Den Rep
Sport: Volleyball
Major: Sports Leadership and Management
Hometown: Olympia, WA
Spyre Nelson
Position: Red Den Rep
Sport: Football
Major: Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM)
Hometown: Grand Ronde, OR
Representatives (2025-26)
If you are interested in becoming involved in SAAC, contact Hayden Huzefka - hhuzefka
@pacificu.edu or Office: 503-352-2186
