Coralville (Athlete) 1988
Nanette Doak was a household name in the community and high school of Hedrick, Iowa. In the years of ’78-’80 she participated in softball, basketball, track, and cross country as well as being an honor student. Even though she was a success in other activities, running seemed to be her best area of performance. While in high school, she won several outdoor and indoor titles in the distances. This running ability brought he to the University of Iowa where she received many awards and set many records. A few of those records follow: 1. 9 time All-American. 2. NCAA champion in 10k. 3. Three times USA cross country team member. 4. Held world record for 3 miles indoors. 5. Four time Big Ten champion. 6. Recipient of the Southland Corporation Olympia Award. 7. Nominated for the Big Ten athlete of the year. 8. Nominated for the Vic Young Iowa Amateur award in 1988. Her success has continued after graduation from college. 1. In 1986-87 placed 3rd at the Orange Bowl in 10k. 2. In 1986 placed 6th at the World Cross Country championships. 3. 1988 State of Iowa Road Race champion (10k); 2nd place at Ashbury Park (10k); World Cross Country Team member Alternate for Olympic Team in (10k). Some of her best times in track are: 1500m – 4:18; 3000m – 9:04; 10k – 32:14. Some of her best road times include; 5k – 16:09; 10k – 32:47. Now married to Head Wrestling coach, Barry Davis – University of Wisconsin, Nan has been an inspiration to women’ track and cross country and is admired by all.