The University of Mary Washington Athletic Department has launched a new student-athlete spotlight, "Inside the Nest." Each month, we will be celebrating student-athletes from different communities within our department. The focus for May is the Class of 2020.  

Name: Chelsey Hugh

Sport: Women's Track and Field

Hometown: Nokesville, VA

Major: Marketing

Favorite Class:

Marketing Research

Favorite Professor:

Woody Richardson

Favorite part about being a UMW student-athlete:

Being a student athlete provided me the opportunity to make some great friends that I may not otherwise have met.  I have built lasting friendships and memories that will live with me forever.   

Favorite thing to do in Fredericksburg:

I enjoy going to all of the local restaurants. Downtown Fredericksburg has such a large variety of unique food that never disappoints!

Fun fact about me:

I love going to Major League Baseball games. My family and I have been to 20 of the 30 MLB stadiums. I have plans to go to 2 more in Texas later this year.

Favorite UMW memory:

Having lunch with my friends on campus and enjoying each other's company.

What has playing at UMW meant to you:

School pride and being able to compete in a sport that I really enjoy.  I love wearing my Eagle gear when I am out and about.  The team atmosphere, coaching staff, and my teammates made this a memorable experience.  

Post-graduate plans:

I'm pursuing a career in marketing in the Northern Virginia area.

I would like to thank: 

My coaches and teammates for making my student athlete experience unforgettable.