2023-2024 ACAC Women's Overall Athlete of the Year
Edmonton, AB (April 5, 2024) – The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is pleased to announce Makenna Fitzgerald of the SAIT Trojans as the 2023-2024 ACAC Female Athlete of the Year.
Makenna Fitzgerald, a force to be reckoned with in the world of cross-country running, has clinched the ACAC Athlete of the Year title with her outstanding performances. Her journey to this award began with a remarkable victory at the ACAC cross-country championships, where she not only secured the gold medal, but also shattered the ACAC record time, crossing the finish line with an impressive time of 21:43.
Undeterred by her initial success, Makenna continued to push boundaries and set new standards in the sport. Just weeks after her ACAC gold, she astounded the running community once again at the CCAA Nationals. There, she not only defended her title for the third time in a row but also defied expectations by breaking her own ACAC record, completing the race in a breathtaking 20:59.
Makenna's relentless dedication, unwavering determination, and unparalleled talent have rightfully earned her the ACAC Athlete of the Year honor. Her remarkable achievements serve as an inspiration to aspiring athletes everywhere, showcasing the power of hard work, perseverance, and a passion for excellence.
Makenna’s successes go beyond that of the race track, as she is an outstanding student who has consistently maintained a 4.0 GPA, earning her Academic All-Canadian Honours every year of competition.
This prestigious award is sponsored by Konica Minolta.
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About the ACAC: The ACAC is the governing body for intercollegiate athletics in Alberta. Its mission is to provide competitive collegiate sport experiences, promote academic achievement and be a leader of sport development in Canada.
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For additional information, contact:
Mark Kosak, Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference
Chief Executive Officer
403-875-7329
markk@acac.ab.ca
Kayla Blacquiere, Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
kaylab@acac.ab.ca