Ex-Eagle Inspires BC Football Squad
Campus Visit Features Motivational Message
Boston College football players received an uplifting visit on Sunday morning from a notable alumnus. Former defensive lineman Anthony Crosson, a member of the Class of 2004, returned to campus to share his experiences and deliver an inspirational message.
Faith and Football Unite
During his address to the team, Crosson shared a message of inspiration and read passages from the Bible. Boston College Football expressed its gratitude via X, stating, What a blessing to welcome Anthony Crosson ‘04 to campus this morning. A former BC Eagle serving Massachusetts youth through Straight Ahead Ministries, Anthony is an inspiration.
What a blessing to welcome Anthony Crosson ‘04 to campus this morning. A former BC Eagle serving Massachusetts youth through Straight Ahead Ministries, Anthony is an inspiration. pic.twitter.com/ta7siHKuGQ
— Boston College Football (@BCFootball) August 10, 2025
This visit highlights the ongoing connection between current student-athletes and program alumni, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.
Other Campus Happenings
No official team events are scheduled for Monday, August 11. Meanwhile, the Boston College women’s soccer team participated in an exhibition match against Merrimack, though the final score was not immediately available.
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The 6-10 forward has been one of the biggest stock risers this summer. https://t.co/qgml2hmyxd pic.twitter.com/UVTrV0inVa
— Joe Tipton (@TiptonEdits) August 9, 2025
Focusing on the details#NEXTLEVEL | 🦅 pic.twitter.com/0bVwyFmue7
— Boston College Football (@BCFootball) August 10, 2025
Final: Hops 1, Canadians 2.#AllHoppedUp
— Hillsboro Hops (@HillsboroHops) August 10, 2025
“Thinking back to this time in my life, as an 18-year-old in the summer, I was probably thinking about going to Boston College and wondering if my brother could give me his fake ID.”
—Cory Schneider
As college athletics continue to evolve, the impact of alumni mentorship remains a vital component of athletic programs nationwide. For context, in 2023, over 150,000 alumni participated in college sports fundraising efforts, demonstrating strong community engagement (Source: Council for Advancement and Support of Education).
