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Goddard McGuirk Honored as a Distinguished Keystone in PSAC 75th Anniversary Celebration

ERIE, Pa. – Fort Hays State Director of Athletics Dr. Lisa Goddard McGuirk was honored as one of 75 Distinguished Keystones in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference's 75th Anniversary Celebration for 2025-26. The Distinguished Keystones recognizes individuals that have been historically influential in the PSAC, whether it be staff, coaches, or administrators. Named to the list back in September, Gannon University celebrated its recipients of the honor this past weekend.
 
The PSAC honored 300 individuals in its 75th Anniversary Celebration for 2025-26. One group of 75 honorees were designated "Made in the PSAC", a group that recognizes former student-athletes that have gone on to influential careers after graduation. The next groups of honorees were the conference's 75 Greatest Female Athletes and 75 Greatest Male Athletes. Finally, the conference released 75 Distinguished Keystones, which Goddard-McGuirk was among the recipients of the honor.
 
"Every great structure relies on keystones, which are essential elements that hold everything together," said Steve Murray, PSAC Commissioner. "The individuals we recognize as our Distinguished Keystones have been just that: the steady hands, bold voices, and visionary leaders who helped shape the foundation of our conference. Their legacy reminds us that success isn't only measured in points or trophies, but in leadership, dedication, and a lifelong commitment to something greater than oneself."
 
Goddard McGuirk served as Gannon's Director of Athletics from 2014-2025 before becoming Director of Athletics at Fort Hays State University. She helped vault Gannon athletics to the top of the PSAC, with the Golden Knights winning the conference's Dixon Trophy three of the last four years (2022, 2023, 2025) and finishing as the runner-up in 2024. Gannon was 19th in the Learfield Director's Cup standings in 2024, its highest finish in the standings under her guidance. Gannon also had tremendous academic success during her tenure. In 2023-24, she was named a NACDA Athletics Director of the Year.

 
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