Hall of Fame
An outstanding three-sport athlete during the early years of women's athletics at NIU, Sandra (Lucas) Lutz made her biggest impact on the field hockey field, where she was a three-time Midwest College Field Hockey Association All-College First Team honoree.
A goalkeeper, Lutz earned that distinction in 1966, '68 and '69. During the 1968 season, Lutz and the Huskies posted an unbeaten 10-0-3 record. Lutz also had the opportunity to play against international competition in the summer of 1967 as she represented NIU at a camp in Michigan, playing against the national teams of South Africa, Ireland and England as they toured the United States.
In addition to field hockey, Lutz played volleyball at NIU under head coach Dr. Lou Jean Moyer in 1966 and '67, playing as both a hitter and a setter, and she played softball for Dr. Mary Bell from 1966-70.
Outside of varsity athletics, Lutz was also an intramural table tennis and badminton champion, as well as a school bowling champion during her time at NIU. She was also a board member of the Women's Recreation Association from 1968-70. Lutz remained active in many sports following her time at NIU as she would become the Midwest Collegiate Field Hockey Association President and also worked as a basketball, field hockey, softball and volleyball official.
