Bethany Dannelly

Bethany Dannelly serves as the Associate Director of Athletics and Assistant Professor of Physical Education at Washington and Lee University. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from W&L and an M.S. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Virginia. Previously, she worked as Director of Championships at the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC).

In her academic role, she teaches PE basketball. Her professional focus includes athletic administration and student-athlete development, emphasizing holistic growth. Beyond academia, she is an avid outdoor enthusiast, with a goal to section-hike the Appalachian Trail in Virginia. She enjoys trail running and hiking with her two golden retrievers, Cam and Briggs.

Her philosophy is influenced by The Energy Bus, valuing positivity in leadership. She credits former Coach Mike Walsh for impactful advice on discipline and boundaries in both athletics and life.