Baseball Alumnus Chris Hamilton Becomes Youngest Member of John Ramsey Leadership Society

Chris Hamilton was a true leader on and off the field for the Stony Brook baseball program over his five years on Long Island and made a lasting impression on the Seawolves community. Hamilton continues to make his mark on his alma mater as he recently became the youngest member of the newly established John Ramsey Leadership Society.

At the young age of 23 years old, Hamilton understands the importance that his philanthropic impact could have on the University and its student-athletes. The former Seawolves’ first baseman recalls his tremendous experience at the University and was compelled to be one of the inaugural members of the RLS so that he can help make a difference on the campus he knows and loves.

“Chris is one of the finest young men I’ve ever had the pleasure to coach. He possesses a multitude of personal attributes including a tremendous work ethic, an outstanding moral character, and the ability to lead by example. These traits along with his highly competitive nature made Chris an absolute coach’s dream and he will always be one of the most outstanding players to put on a Seawolves uniform,” said baseball head coach Matt Senk.

Hamilton’s high character and relentless work ethic led him to be named an All-America East First Team selection in 2021. Now that his playing days are over, Hamilton has continued his pursuit of greatness as he currently works for three family operated franchises (Planet Fitness, Smoothie King, Buff City Soap).

As a member of the Ramsey Leadership Society, he has made a multi-year, major gift commitment to the Stony Brook baseball program. Members of the RLS can choose to support any Sport-Specific Fund for Excellence, Seawolves United Unrestricted Giving, or any current department capital project, endowment, or scholarship need.

“Becoming a member of the John Ramsey Leadership Society is instrumental in my growth and I am looking forward to giving back to a program that helped me so much on and off the baseball field,” said Hamilton.

The future is bright on Long Island as supporters like Hamilton are eager to make a difference within the Seawolves’ community. The 2021 graduate beamed with positivity as he shared his hopes for the future of the baseball program.  

With the formal introduction of the Ramsey Leadership Society, Seawolves United will continue to grow the giving society over the coming days, weeks, months, and years. The goal of the RLS is to maximize the philanthropic impact of Stony Brook Athletics' supporters in the continued pursuit of excellence on Long Island.

For more information on the Ramsey Leadership Society contact the Seawolves United team by calling 631-632-7705, or email seawolvesunited@stonybrook.edu.