Gannon University Athletics

 
Kelly Reedy Elwell '85, '93M (Women's Basketball) concluded her career third all-time at Gannon in scoring (1,315), second in steals (238), second in assists (366) and third in field goals made (596). Even more impressive was the fact those numbers were produced before the three-point line was introduced in college basketball. The guard's career statistical resume included a 12.5 scoring average, 449 rebounds and 69 blocked shots.

The Erie, Pa., native was named to the NCAA Division II All-Region and ASWF Fast Break All-America honorable-mention teams as a senior. Reedy Elwell was also special in the classroom, being named an Academic All-American and receiving the Doc Beyer Award for Outstanding Achievement in Scholarship and Athletics. She also received the Academic Award for Excellence in Accounting. Reedy Elwell graduated Magnum Cum Laude, before producing a perfect 4.0 while obtaining her master's degree in business administration.

Reedy Elwell's name still remains scattered throughout the Gannon record books. She currently ranks fifth all-time in steals, sixth in field goals made, sixth in field goals attempted (1,255), eighth in assists, ninth in scoring, 10th in scoring average, 11th in blocked shots and 21st in rebounds. A team captain and four-year starter, Reedy Elwell led Gannon to a winning record every season. She proved to be a versatile student-athlete, playing all five positions at some point during her career.