LOCK HAVEN, Pa. -- Mercyhurst football and lacrosse great, Ian Wild has been named one of the 75 greatest male athletes in the history of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). This prestigious accolade recognizes his outstanding contributions to the conference and his remarkable achievements during his tenure at Mercyhurst.
 
Ian Wild's exceptional collegiate career spanned from 2008 to 2011, during which he excelled as a dual-sport athlete in football and men's lacrosse. Wild's athletic prowess was evident from the moment he joined the Lakers. By his senior year, he had achieved a noteworthy 304 career tackles, tying him for eighth on the all-time list at Mercyhurst. His contributions were not limited to his defensive abilities on the football field; Wild was also a key player in the men's lacrosse team, helping them secure their first-ever national championship in 2011.
 
In football, Wild's accolades are numerous. During the 2010 season, he was pivotal in leading the team to a PSAC Championship, while the defense ranked impressively on the national stage in various categories. His individual performance earned him a spot on the All-PSAC West First Team and recognition as a First Team Academic All-American, among other honors. In 2011, despite an injury that limited him to just eight games, Wild's impact was undeniable. He led the team in tackles, sacks, and forced fumbles, and was awarded the Lakers' Defensive MVP.
 
Wild's triumphs in lacrosse were equally impressive. In the 2011 national championship game, he scored four goals, including the decisive game-winner, earning him the Most Outstanding Player Award. His contributions on the field were matched by his academic achievements, as he received the NCAA's Elite 88 Award for having the highest cumulative GPA among participants in the finals.
 
Ian Wild's legacy is not only defined by his on-field accomplishments but also by his academic excellence. He was the recipient of the 2010-11 Pete Nevins PSAC Scholar-Athlete of the Year Award, marking the first time in Mercyhurst history that a student-athlete received this distinction. His academic accolades include being named to the CoSIDA/ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America and Academic All-District teams multiple times, reflecting his commitment to excellence both on and off the field.