University of Pittsburgh Bradford Deparameut of Atleies and 10 Campo D Recreational Sports tine March 23, To Whom It May Concen It is with great pleasure that I write this letter for Melissa Nye. I have known Melissa for the last five years as the head coach of the sofibail team at the University of Pitsburgh-Bradford. During the time I have known her, Melissa has been a true example of a student-athlete, She works hard, on the field and in the classroom. Melissa is a very dedicated, loyal person with a great work ethic. She possesses an inner drive which will ensure here success. During the time I have known her, Melissa has been a true example of a student-athlete. She has fought through injury to continue to play softball, while also excelling in the classroom. These two combinations made her a team captain in her senior year, a privilege I don't take lightly and haven't given the ttle much the last few seasons. Thave seen her in working with her teammates, She has a desire 1o assist those around her, which is someone I would want to work with and have in my organization. I have also seen her work with our clinic participants, she is compassionate, kind and offers great instruction. You see that she has a strong passion for educating. She has been very involved in her major, Early Level Education (PreK — 4) here on campus ‘She has been involved and organized in the Education Club, Her experiences have challenged her and she is very confident in herself and her abilities. Melissa is a young professional who has found success while a student-athlete here at the University of Pitsburgh-Bradjord. She has even greater promise for the future. If Tcan provide any further information, please contact me at imp14(wpiti.edu or 814.362 5086, Res TineNP ill Head Softball Coach/Assistant Athletic Director University of Pittsburgh-Bradford