Dominique Meeks ’13, a native of Richmond, Va., competes for both the Haverford women’s basketball and volleyball teams, and also throws the shot put for track & field. She is second on the basketball team in scoring at 12 points per game and her 9.4 rebounds per game leads the team in that category. She has pulled down 15 or more rebounds in three games this year, and against Immaculata this year scored 16 points along with her 16 rebounds.
Meeks’ strong work ethic contributes to her success in two varsity sports, and it stands out to her teammates and those who work with her.
“Dom is a tremendous worker,” said strength & conditioning coach Cory Walts. “She is naturally very strong but she does not rely upon her god given talent. She is always striving to get better and is constantly leading by example. This year she has battled through several tough injuries but never complains or looks to get out of anything. I’m very grateful to be able to coach Dom and I look forward to two more years with her.”
Meeks’ success extends off-the-court to campus laboratories where she enjoys working towards her intended Chemistry major. She is also an active member of the Black Student League.
This summer Meeks hopes to travel to Honduras with ProNiño, an organization that helps homeless young boys by providing them shelter and care, educating them and preparing them to become productive members of their communities. Meeks volunteered with the program the summer after her sophomore year of high school and has applied for funding from Haverford’s Center for Peace and Global Citizenship (CPGC) to return. The trip was an amazing experience for her, and she’s excited about the possibility of working with ProNiño again.
Meeks is proof that Haverford student-athletes work hard to set a positive example for their teammates and the rest of the college community.
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