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Track and Field Reunion Team Banquet

Track & Field

Track and Field Hands Out Team Awards to Class of 2020, 2021

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – With the class of 2020 and class of 2021 returning to campus recently for graduation, Harvard track and field honored members of those classes with team awards for performances over their respective careers.
 
A complete list of awards can be seen below.
 
2019-20 and 2020-21 Track and Field Awards
 
Pappy Hunt Improvement Award – Brooke Starn and Gillian Meeks
This award is presented to that individual who, although perhaps not the fastest or strongest, has through hard work & dedication to the team, shown the most improvement during the track season.
 
Hennessy Mile Relay Award – Men's 4x400 meter relay: Aaron Shirley, Gregory Lapit, Charles, Lego, Jovahn Williamson
Through performance and attitude inspires the qualities of dedication, determination, competitive spirit, teamwork and high-performance characteristic of Vincent Hennessy.

Bingham Relay Award – Women's DMR: Anna Juul, Karina Joiner, Tessa Medrano, Abbe Goldstein
Established by Mrs. Norman W. Bingham, Jr. in memory of her husband and presented annually to each member of the relay team considered by the coaches to be the most outstanding during the indoor and/or outdoor seasons.

Nelson Unsung Hero Award – Jacob McLennan
To be awarded to that senior member of the Harvard track team who through years of perseverance, loyalty, & effort often unnoticed has made a vital contribution to his teammates.      
 
Little Shot Put Award – Alexander Kolesnikoff and Sarah Omoregie
Awarded to the Harvard shot putter who has contributed to the success of the Harvard Track & Field team through dedication, hard work, ability to overcome obstacles & excellence of competitive performance. 
 
Helmus Improvement Awards – Will Battershill, Max Serrano-Wu, Michael Kolor
Awarded annually to the three (3) members of the squad who w/ loyal, team effort, hard work & conscientious practice have shown marked improvement contributing to team's success. 
 
Carver Hammer and Weight Award – Wesley Donhauser and Stephanie Ratcliffe
Awarded to the member of the Harvard Track squad who through conduct, perseverance, and performance in the hammer or weight has contributed notably to Harvard Track and the Harvard Community.   
 
Ohiri Triple Jump Award – Simi Fajemisin 
To be awarded to that triple jumper on the Harvard varsity track team who best exemplifies Chris Ohiri '62 , Nigerian Olympic Team 60' & 64', in the characteristics of enthusiasm, team loyalty, & excellence of performance.
 
Gourdin Broad Jump Award – Kyle Murphy
The Harvard varsity long jumper whose conscientious efforts, competitive performance and overall character contribute notably to Harvard Track and the Harvard Community.

Robert W. Harwood Pole Vault Award – Erick Duffy
The award is presented to the Harvard pole vaulter who through loyalty, effort, performance and conduct has made a significant contribution to Harvard and Harvard Track.
 
Rand Hurdling Award – Sam Bennett and Karina Joiner
Presented to the Harvard hurdler who has contributed significantly by his outstanding character, excellence, leadership, team spirit or individual improvement to the best in Harvard Athletics.
 
Schick Sprint Award – Jovahn Williamson and Katina Martin
The award is presented annually to the Harvard sprinter who through consistent courage, ability, sportsmanship, & devotion to team's welfare, provides outstanding example & inspiration.
 
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Players Mentioned

Wesley Donhauser

Wesley Donhauser

Throws
Senior
Economics
Erick Duffy

Erick Duffy

Pole Vault/Hurdles
Senior
Psychology
Abbe Goldstein

Abbe Goldstein

Distance
Senior
Sociology
Tessa Medrano

Tessa Medrano

Middle Distance
Senior
Economics
Jovahn Williamson

Jovahn Williamson

Sprints
Senior
Applied Mathematics
Anna Juul

Anna Juul

Distance
Senior
Comparative Study of Religion
Alexander Kolesnikoff

Alexander Kolesnikoff

Throws
Junior
Economics
Gregory Lapit

Gregory Lapit

Sprints
Sophomore
Katina Martin

Katina Martin

Sprints
Junior
Economics
Kyle Murphy

Kyle Murphy

Jumps
Junior
History & Science
Sarah Omoregie

Sarah Omoregie

Throws
Junior
Applied Mathematics
Stephanie Ratcliffe

Stephanie Ratcliffe

Throws
Junior
Neuroscience

Players Mentioned

Wesley Donhauser

Wesley Donhauser

Senior
Economics
Throws
Erick Duffy

Erick Duffy

Senior
Psychology
Pole Vault/Hurdles
Abbe Goldstein

Abbe Goldstein

Senior
Sociology
Distance
Tessa Medrano

Tessa Medrano

Senior
Economics
Middle Distance
Jovahn Williamson

Jovahn Williamson

Senior
Applied Mathematics
Sprints
Anna Juul

Anna Juul

Senior
Comparative Study of Religion
Distance
Alexander Kolesnikoff

Alexander Kolesnikoff

Junior
Economics
Throws
Gregory Lapit

Gregory Lapit

Sophomore
Sprints
Katina Martin

Katina Martin

Junior
Economics
Sprints
Kyle Murphy

Kyle Murphy

Junior
History & Science
Jumps
Sarah Omoregie

Sarah Omoregie

Junior
Applied Mathematics
Throws
Stephanie Ratcliffe

Stephanie Ratcliffe

Junior
Neuroscience
Throws