Mystics Alumnae News

The Mount - A Family Tradition

Photo submitted by the Johnston family. Patrick Johnston & Fiancé Abigail Green	Patrick Johnston Mystics Alumnae 2008, 2010

When Patrick Johnston chose to attend Mount Saint Vincent University he was not only choosing an institution of academic and athletic excellence, he was also choosing to continue a family tradition. Patrick's family history with Mount Saint Vincent University dates back to the early part of the twentieth century and extends to present day. Seventeen members of Patrick's family have attended, taught at or graduated from the Mount. On May 21, 2010 Patrick claimed the eighteenth spot in his family's history by graduating from the Bachelor of Education program. Patrick’s seventeen family members are: Kathleen Reardon, Great Grandmother Margaret Reardon, Great Great Aunt Helen Reardon, Great Great Aunt Evelyn Reardon, Great Great Aunt Ethel Reardon (Sister Louise Francis), Great Great Aunt Mary Reardon, Great Great Aunt, Frances (DeWolf) Johnston, Grandmother Mary Lou (Johnston) Coolen, Aunt Michael Coolen, Uncle Geniveieve Reardon, Cousin Derek Johnston, Brother Colin Johnston, Brother Andrew Johnston, Brother Katrina Sarricinni, Sister-in-law Andrea Hill, Sister in law Rochelle Myers, Sister-in-law Abigail Green, Fiancé We would like to congratulate Patrick and all of his family members on their accomplishments and thank them for choosing the Mount!

Men's Basketball Alumnus Gives Back - January 2010



	Ibrahaim (Abe) Toulaney, Rick Plato and the 2009-10 Mystics Basketball Teams
In January 2010 Mystics Alumnus Ibrahaim (Abe) Toulaney & Leo's Donair surprised the Men’s Basketball Head Coach Rick Plato and the Mystics Varsity Basketball program with the gift of Dr. Dish. “I want to show my appreciation to the Mount and the athletics program. They have that has given me so much during my 5 year career and with that being said, I wanted to give back to the program. I think that each time an alum does so it will only make the Mount’s athletic program improve for the future.” Dr. Dish is the premier full court offensive and defensive Drill Machine. It will certainly revolutionize the way the Mount Mystics train and give them a competitive edge. It provides a fast and efficient way to teach and train the fundamentals of basketball. It simulates realistic game situations by providing shooting, rebounding, blocking and tipping practice from anywhere on the court. The Mystics Basketball program would like to thank Abe for his generosity. His gift will ensure that future Mystics have the technological opportunity to continue their quest for excellence!