Gracie Van Akin
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- Height:
- 5'5"
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- Hometown:
- Belmont, VT
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- Year:
- So.
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- High School:
- Green Mountain Union
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- Events:
- Middle Distance and Pole Vault
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- Major:
- Communications
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- Minor:
- Business
Bio
MASCAC Individual Championships:
College Bests (Through May 22, 2025):
200m: 32.98 Regis Spring Invite (April 4, 2025)
600m: 2:06.76 Wesleyan Indoor (December 7, 2024)
Personal:
Gracie was born in Mount Kisco, NY...is majoring in communications and business at Worcester State...the daughter of Larisa, Alpine Skiing at Colby-Sawyer, Kezema and Gary Van Akin...chose Worcester State for the track and field team
Before Worcester State:
Gracie is a 2024 graduate of Green Mountain Union High School in Chester, VT...competed in three years of varsity soccer and two years of outdoor track and one year of indoor for Green Mountain Union...outdoor track and field state champions in 2023
News mentions
Worcester, MA. — The Worcester State University women's track and field team turned in an impressive performance at the MASCAC Outdoor Track & Field Championship hosted by Fitchburg State, finishing second in the team standings with 153 points. The Lancers collected event victories, set multiple personal bests, and even etched a new school record on the day. Worcester State's versatility was on full display throughout the championship meet, with athletes contributing points across sprints, distance events, hurdles, relays, jumps, and throws.
Worcester, MA. — The Worcester State University Women's Track & Field team delivered a strong and spirited performance at the Jerry Gravel Invitational, hosted by Westfield State University, collecting a series of top-five finishes across nearly every discipline. From the sprints to the field events, the Lancers showcased remarkable depth and competitive fire, with standout performances from first year and upperclassmen alike.
Worcester, MA- Worcester State women's track and field put together a strong showing at the Jim Sheehan Invitational hosted by Fitchburg State University, highlighted by standout performances across the sprints, distance events, field events, and relays.
Worcester, MA- The Worcester State women’s indoor track & field team brought energy, personal bests, and strong finishes to the Wheaton Pre-Post Invitational, showcasing depth across sprints, distance, and field events. The Lancers continued to build momentum as the championship season moves into full swing.
Worcester, MA- The Lancers women’s indoor track and field team brought a strong Worcester presence to the Track at New Balance on Friday, competing at the Suffolk Ice Breaker Challenge against a deep and competitive field.
Worcester, MA- The Worcester State women made their presence felt at the Reggie Lewis Center, turning in a day full of podium finishes, personal breakthroughs, and impressive depth at the Suffolk Relays. From the sprints to the throws, the Lancers continued to build early-season momentum with standout efforts across all event groups.