Braden Seel — R.U.D.Y.S 2026 Finalist

(Editor’s Note: This is the first of a series of stories of the RUDY Award finalists. Two winners – one male and one female – will be announced at the conclusion of the end of the R.UD.Y.S. Awards Banquet on Monday. R.U.D.Y.S. stands for Recognition and celebration of University of Dayton student-athletes Year-end Showcase. It is hosted by the UD Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and Dayton Athletics administration for the student-athletes to recognize individuals and teams for their accomplishments this past year. These stories were written by students in Dr. Haozho Pu’s HS 353 Sports Media class.) Written by Margaret…