Hall of Fame
Tracy Nichols '91 secured a significant place in Vassar women's cross-country history as the program's first-ever NCAA national championship qualifier in 1988. She further solidified her legacy by becoming the program's first NCAA All-American in 1990, achieving an impressive 19th-place finish at the national championship race. That same year, Nichols' resilience and determination were recognized with the prestigious Honda Inspiration Award, making her the first Vassar College recipient of this national accolade. Presented by Honda and the Collegiate Women's Sports Award Board of Directors, this award honors NCAA female student-athletes who have overcome adversity and demonstrated extraordinary perseverance and dedication in their return to play.
