COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – University of Memphis senior has been named a 2016 National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) All-American Athlete Award winner, the organization announced Sunday.
The NSCA All-American Athlete Award recognizes Wright's athletic accomplishments and her dedication to strength and conditioning. Nominated by Tigers track and field head coach , Wright's determination to improve in athletics while maintaining academic prominence is a great model for all Memphis student-athletes.
Wright just wrapped up an outstanding senior campaign with her first career NCAA East Preliminaries appearance this weekend. She represented the Tigers in the women's long jump at the postseason NCAA meet.