Marcus Graham of the men's indoor track and field team was selected as the recipient of the Total Package Award for the 2019-20 winter sports season.
The award is presented on a seasonal basis to the student-athlete who excels in each of the following: athletics, academics, character, sportsmanship, personal fitness and community involvement.
"Every week since the beginning of the fall semester, Marcus has done everything asked of him and more to achieve at the highest level both athletically and academically," said head coach Brian Beil. "In addition to being the top runner on the team, he carries a strong grade point average, and consistently puts the goals and needs of the team before his own. To me, Marcus Graham is the ultimate team player and well deserving of the Total Package Award."Â Â
Graham had the 43rd fastest time in the nation in the 5,000 meter run (14:32.15). He earned all-region honors by having top five times in the following events: distance medley relay, 3000 meter run, and the 5000 meter run.
Academically, Graham was nearly perfect posting a 3.940 GPA.
