Loras College Athletics

Why Loras? “At first look, Loras seemed like a nice small school that would be able to help me get to where I want in life. But after several visits and conversations with countless staff members and students, I finally understood that Loras is a community of individuals that work together to better each other. When I chose Loras, I knew that I would be spending my next four years making lifelong connections and experiencing great things. I chose Loras because I could see myself becoming a better version of myself while beginning the journey of the next part of my life.”

What does it mean to be a Duhawk? “To be a Duhawk is to be motivated and determined, both academically and athletically. A Duhawk accepts challenges and does everything they can to conquer it. I am proud to be a Duhawk and am honored to carry the name."

High School: Graduate of Homewood-Flossmoor High School in Flossmoor, Illinois … Two-year varsity volleyball player for Tony Kruse in the Southwest Suburban Conference … Helped lead the Vikings to two conference tournament championships … All-Conference, Sportsmanship, and MVP honors … Ranked in the top-10 in the area for solo blocks

Personal: Madeline Frances Hallahan … Daughter of John and Margot Hallahan … Born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Flossmoor, Illinois … Lists Jonathon Toews as her favorite professional athlete and the Chicago Blackhawks as her favorite professional team … Plans to major in secondary education and minor in biology