GREENVILLE, S.C. – The National Christian Collegiate Athletic Association (NCCAA) announced on Monday afternoon their weekly student-athlete of the week awards. The NCCAA selected OUAZ women's track & field athlete Hannah White, as the NCCAA Women's Outdoor Field Student-Athlete of the Week.
 
"Hannah (White) exemplifies what it truly means to be a student-athlete at this level," said OUAZ Director of Cross Country/Track & Field Kenny McDaniel. "Hannah is the type of person who strives to reach high marks on and off the playing fields, which is why she is one of our noble leaders for this program."
 
This award for Hannah White is for her strong performances this past weekend at the UC-Irvine Steve Scott Invitational. On day one, White competed in the Hammer Throw and finished in 27^th place against competition from all NCAA Division 1 schools. White's throw went 38.75m.
 
On day two, Hannah White competed in both the Discus and the Shot Put. White improved her personal record in the Shot Put, with a distance of 12.77m (41' 10.75"); and finished in tenth place. In the Discus Throw, White finished with a throw of 40.63m (133' 3").
 
The Spirit men's and women's track & field teams are currently preparing for the NCCAA Outdoor Track & Field National Championships, which are set to take place May 10 & 11 at Grace College in Winona Lake, Indiana.
 
   
 
 
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Founded in 1865, Ottawa University prepares professional and liberal arts graduates for lifetimes of personal significance, vocational fulfillment and service to God and humanity within a Christ-inspired community of grace and open inquiry. Ottawa University is a comprehensive, not-for-profit educational institution serving 4,000 students through its residential campuses in Ottawa, Kan., and Surprise, Ariz., and adult campuses in Overland Park, Kan.; Phoenix, Queen Creek and Surprise, Ariz.; Brookfield, Wis.; Jeffersonville, Ind.; as well as online. For more information, visit www.ottawa.edu. 
 
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