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2019-20 MIT Student-Athlete Excellence Banquet Nominees For the PHILIP A. TRUSSELL '56 PRIZE (MEN'S TEAMS)

The Philip A. Trussell '56 Prize is awarded to a male and female undergraduate student-athlete who demonstrates skill, sportsmanship and levity.

PAST PHILIP A. TRUSSELL '56 PRIZE WINNERS

Ian Hinkley

JUNIOR - BASKETBALL - COURSE 15-1 (MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP) - RALEIGH, N.C.

"Ian knows how to light up a room whether it's from the three-point line, with his whit, or with his infectious laugh. Never short of a great story from one of his many adventures, Ian's presence always leaves you feeling happy and energized."
  • 2020 NEWMAC All-Conference Second Team
  • Scored a career-high 35 points while knocking down eight three-pointers against Pine Manor College this past season
  • Ranked third in the NEWMAC for made three-pointers (87), sixth in three-point shooting percentage (41.6), and fourth in blocks (28)
  • Finished the season with six double-doubles, 18 double-digit scoring games, and surpassed 20 points in 11 games

Henry Hu

JUNIOR - SWIMMING AND DIVING - COURSE 6-3 (COMPUTER SCIENCE) - SOUTHBURY, CONN.

"You can always count on Henry to come to practice with a smile on and a “go-getter” attitude. As the organizer behind our teams' acapella group, Baker Bellas, he brings a unique level of energy and dedication to the pool deck every day. Henry’s charisma and sincere work ethic will make him a great captain for the 2020-21 season and we can’t wait to see what’s ahead for his senior season!"
  • Member of winning 200 Medley Relay at the 2020 NEWMAC Championship
  • 2020 NEWMAC All-Sportsmanship Team selection
  • Two-time NEWMAC Academic All-Conference Team qualifier
  • Two-time College Swimming & Diving Coaches Association of America Scholar All-American Honorable Mention

Henry Martin

JUNIOR - SQUASH - COURSE 15-2 (BUSINESS ANALYTICS) - BROOKLYN, N.Y.

"Henry has been a key player in our lineup consistently performing in the #3 position. He's always in a very good mood and knows how to engage with his teammates with a lot of care and humor."
  • 2020 College Squash Association Scholar-Athlete
  • Advanced to the championship match of the consolation bracket at the 2020 CSA Individual National Championship of the Molloy West Bracket
  • Recorded a key win against Williams, helping the Engineers qualify for the top 16 among all NCAA divisions at the CSA National Championship

Chris Washington

SENIOR - TRACK AND FIELD - COURSE 14 (ECONOMICS) - FRISCO, TEXAS

"Chris is always upbeat and a source of positivity. Teammates gravitate towards him because of his leadership and positive attitude."
  • 2020 New England Division III Indoor Track and Field runner up in the High Jump and nearly cleared 6’ 11 1/2”
  • Qualified for the 2020 NCAA Division III Indoor Track and Field Championship in the High Jump, clearing 6’ 9 1/2”
  • 2018 NEWMAC Champion and 2019 NEWMAC runner up in the High Jump
  • Two-time NEWMAC All-Conference (High Jump)
  • Three-time All-New England Division III in High Jump (once for the indoor season and twice for the outdoor season )
  • Two-time NEICAAA All-Region in High Jump

Jan Wojcik

JUNIOR - LIGHTWEIGHT CREW - COURSE 6-3 (COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING) - NEW YORK, N.Y.

"Jan has all the qualities that we would hope for in an athlete. He is driven, focused, and skillful. He handles the ups and downs of an extremely long season with seeming ease, always bringing a positive attitude to both his teammates and coaches."
  • Has progressed from a novice rower to a captain and top-boat athlete
  • Raced in 11 events during his career
  • Was the #2 seat of the V4+ that finished fourth in the Grand Final at the 2019 Knecht Cup
  • Was the #4 seat of the Club 8+ that finished 28th at the 2020 Head of the Charles