Sierra Doody has been recognized as the 2025-26 Empire 8 Female Senior Scholar Athlete of the Year, honoring her exceptional balance of athletics and academics. Excelling in cross country and track and field at Geneseo, she has led her team to multiple championships, earning accolades such as being a four-time first-team all-conference selection and setting several Empire 8 records. With a remarkable GPA of 3.96, Doody's academic achievements include being a Presidential Scholar and an inductee into Phi Beta Kappa. Her outstanding performance in sports is matched by her dedication to her studies, showcasing her as an exemplary model of a student-athlete. Doody plans to pursue a Master of Urban Planning at the University at Buffalo this fall.

By the Numbers
  • 3.96 GPA, graduated Summa Cum Laude in Geography and Sustainability Studies.
  • 4-time Indoor Track and Field First Team All-American; recorded time of 2:08.09 in the outdoor 800-meters.
State of Play
  • Doody is the all-time record holder for the Empire 8 in multiple events.
  • She has competed in 10 out of 12 NCAA Championships during her collegiate career.
What's Next

Doody will begin her graduate studies in Fall 2026 at the University at Buffalo, focusing on Urban Planning, while also serving as a graduate research assistant. Her future endeavors could further enhance her expertise and contributions in the field.

Bottom Line

Sierra Doody exemplifies the ideal student-athlete, merging athletic excellence with academic distinction, positioning herself for continued success in both sports and her professional career.