Sisters Joan, left, and Joy Hansen, runners for the University of Arizona photographed on Oct. 9, 1980. Joan Rennick/ Tucson Citizen file photo Β 

 Joan Rennick / Tucson Citizen file photo

8. Joan HansenΒ 

Years at UA: 1976-81

Notable achievements:

  • Two-time conference cross country champion

  • Six-time All-American

  • Holds five UA records (two outdoor, three indoor)

  • 1984 OlympianΒ 

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