MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Redshirt junior Jillian Forsey of the West Virginia University cross country team was named 2016 Big 12 Women’s Cross Country Scholar-Athlete of the Year, the conference announced.
“What a wonderful fall Jillian had,” coach Sean Cleary said. “After missing the 2015 season she returned into the mix without missing a beat. A runner-up finish at both the Big 12 Championship and the NCAA Regionals, to go along with this tremendous academic award. The balance that these exceptional student-athletes exhibit is inspirational. We are very fortunate to have Jillian wearing the Gold and Blue.