Wanda Harris (2001)
An Arkadelphia native, Wanda was an outstanding track athlete for Arkadelphia High School and the University of Arkansas.
She was on of the pioneers of girls track and field as a sprinter, hurdler, long jumper, and high jumper. She has been honored as the Siftings Herald female of the year, featured in 1977's Sports Illustrated, Track and Field accomplishment, Arkansas Outstanding Track and Field Athlete in 1977, High School All-American with honors, Who's Who Among High School Athletes, Who's Who Among College Athletes and Collegiate All-American Honors, participated in AAU National Junior Olympics Nationals and received medals in three events. She once held the overall record in the long jump with a mark of 19'-8 3/4;; it is still the Class AAAA state record for Arkansas. |