Eric “EJ” Day
Lasell Dean’s List
Eric Day is repeatedly named to the Lasell University Dean's List for his academic performance, most recently in the Spring 2021 semester. To be named to the Dean's List, Lasell students must achieve a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher. Eric, Class of 2022, is majoring in Criminal Justice.
Chi Alpha Sigma (XA)
Eric was also inducted into Chi Alpha Sigma, founded in 1996 by then DePauw University head football coach Nick Mourouzis. His goal was to provide outstanding student-athletes with an opportunity to become connected within a fraternal association that aligns their educational and athletic successes for a lifetime.
In order to be inducted into Chi Alpha Sigma, a student-athlete must attend a four-year accredited college or university that is a member of the NCAA, NAIA, NCCAA, or USCAA. The honoree also must achieve at least junior academic standing by the fifth semester or seventh quarter, as determined by the certifying institution, and must have achieved a minimum cumulative grade-point average of a 3.4 (on a 4.0 scale).
Lasell Basketball
Eric plays guard for Lasell’s basketball team, the Lasers. Eric is a team starter and is an All-Great Northeast Athletic Conference Third Team selection.
"We are very thankful to be playing games this season," said Lasell veteran head coach Aaron Galletta. "The players' commitment to the program and to getting better each day has not changed, despite the current conditions. The team has been adhering to all local and campus health and safety protocols and we are very anxious to get back onto the court in these upcoming games. It is a great opportunity for these players to compete against outside competition, and for our fans to see our returning players back in action and to welcome some new faces as well."
At Brien McMahon High School, Eric also played football. As well as being the team’s Captain, hIs role on the field was as a shut-down defensive back and as a big play wideout. Through two senior games, he scored three of McMahon’s four touchdowns while making seven catches for 211 yards — a 30.1 yard per catch average. His touchdown receptions have measured 74, 26 and 56 yards.
Brien McMahon High School & Carver
Eric was a scholar-athlete (basketball and football) at Brien McMahon High School as well.
Eric was a longtime after-school and summer Carver student.
In the years before college Eric worked as a Carver summer camp counselor and was deeply involved in the Carver community.