SMCS Student-Athlete Prepares to Head South
St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) Grade 12 student Luke Olynick has committed to continue his academic and athletic journey at the University of Hartford this fall, where he will join the men’s golf programme and pursue a degree in business management at The Barney School of Business. “The University of Hartford was a fit for me both academically and athletically,” says Olynick. “The golf team has had an incredible year competing in the NCAA, and I felt the school itself offered a strong business programme where I could further my education. I had lunch with the guys on the team, and they were all amazing to me and made me feel very welcome. I also really enjoyed learning about the school itself and what it has to offer!” Olynick picked up the sport of golf at age seven and started playing competitively at 11 while honing his skills at his home course, St. George’s Golf and Country Club in Toronto. In 2024, he was named SMCS Junior Golf MVP and St. George’s Junior Golfer of the Year. “I’m really excited to be joining the Hartford Hawks golf programme, and I already know it’s a great place to grow as a player and a person,” adds Olynick. “They had some great success last year, including winning the Conference of New England Championship and finishing first in the New England Intercollegiate Golf Association Championship. I also like that the schedule includes playing a variety of courses in different states, which will be a great experience to travel and continue to do what I love—play competitive golf.” During his four years on the SMCS golf team, Olynick has experienced tremendous growth, both on and off the course. “Luke has been a steady presence on the Blue Eagles Golf Team and has been an integral part of three consecutive
