Purdue Fort Wayne sprinter Lillian Hurd has been named the Horizon League's Women's Runner of the Week for the second time. The announcement came from Indianapolis on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Hurd competes in women's track and field for the Mastodons.
The Horizon League recognized Lillian Hurd, a sprinter on the Purdue Fort Wayne women's track and field team, as its Women's Runner of the Week on February 17, 2026. This marks the second such honor for Hurd this season, highlighting her strong performances in recent competitions.
The award was announced from Indianapolis, the league's base, at 1:00 p.m. Hurd's selection underscores her contributions to the Mastodons' track program. As a key athlete in sprint events, she has been a standout performer for Purdue Fort Wayne Athletics.
Details on the specific meets or times that led to this recognition were not detailed in the announcement, but the accolade reflects Hurd's ongoing impact in Horizon League track and field events. Purdue Fort Wayne continues to build its presence in the conference through athletes like Hurd.