On May 22, The Eugene City Council honored the UO Women’s Indoor Track and Field team for winning their fourth consecutive NCAA national championship. The women came back from being in 11th place to become only the second team ever (behind Louisiana State University, ‘93-‘97) to win four straight national championships.
Coach Robert Johnson and Associate Athletic Director Vin Lananna joined the team at the recognition held during the ceremonial matters portion of the meeting. Mayor Kitty Piercy congratulated the student-athletes for their "hard work and the credit they bring to the university and community, and their athletic and academic achievements...”