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Connor Vachon: Orange and Blue Podcast
Active, as an adjective, is defined as engaging or being ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits. A picture of Connor Vachon, this month’s guest on the Hope Athletics Orange and Blue Podcast, could accompany the word in the dictionary.
Connor Vachon
The 2025 Hope College graduate and standout runner kept his feet and mind active through four years as a student-athlete.
Vachon (Jenison, Michigan / Jenison HS) excelled in the classroom as a secondary education major as well as a nationally distinguished runner for the Flying Dutchmen cross country and track teams.
On Friday, Vachon topped his own record at the annual chocolate milk mile championships in Pinckney, Michigan.
In April, Vachon was named the male recipient of the Hope Athletics Be Strong. Be True. Athlete Award of the Year award at the annual HOPEYs ceremony.
The Be Strong, Be True. Athlete of the Year Award is presented to a junior or senior who demonstrates the true essence of being a student-athlete and embodies the Division III motto of Discover, Develop, Dedicate. This student-athlete is in high academic standing (minimum GPA of 3.5), plays a significant role on the team, and is involved in the Hope and Holland community.
A Rewarding Time
Vachon, a secondary education major and 12-time letterwinner, reflected on his rewarding Hope career during the latest episode of the Hope Athletics Orange and Blue Podcast. Monthly conversations on the Hope Athletics Orange and Blue Podcast spotlight student-athlete and staff experiences with the Hope Athletics mission.
This fall, Vachon will complete his student teaching, then pursue a career in education.
Earlier this month, Vachon claimed academic all-district honors from the College Sports Communicators in track and field/cross country.
In track and field, Vachon raced to NCAA Division III All-America Second Team laurels as a junior in the 1,500 meters at the NCAA Division III Outdoor Championships. He’s also received United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association all-region honors in four outdoor and indoor events combined. He was an MIAA indoor or outdoor champion in four events combined.
In cross country, Vachon helped the Flying Dutchmen qualify for the NCAA Division III Championships for the first time in 34 years, posting the Great Lakes Region’s top finish at nationals and placing 96th individually. Vachon earned All-MIAA honors four times, including Most Valuable Runner accolades as a sophomore.
Read a transcript of the interview
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By Alan BabbittActive, as an adjective, is defined as engaging or being ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits. A picture of Connor Vachon, this month’s guest on the Hope Athletics Orange and Blue Podcast, could accompany the word in the dictionary.
Connor Vachon
The 2025 Hope College graduate and standout runner kept his feet and mind active through four years as a student-athlete.
Vachon (Jenison, Michigan / Jenison HS) excelled in the classroom as a secondary education major as well as a nationally distinguished runner for the Flying Dutchmen cross country and track teams.
On Friday, Vachon topped his own record at the annual chocolate milk mile championships in Pinckney, Michigan.
In April, Vachon was named the male recipient of the Hope Athletics Be Strong. Be True. Athlete Award of the Year award at the annual HOPEYs ceremony.
The Be Strong, Be True. Athlete of the Year Award is presented to a junior or senior who demonstrates the true essence of being a student-athlete and embodies the Division III motto of Discover, Develop, Dedicate. This student-athlete is in high academic standing (minimum GPA of 3.5), plays a significant role on the team, and is involved in the Hope and Holland community.
A Rewarding Time
Vachon, a secondary education major and 12-time letterwinner, reflected on his rewarding Hope career during the latest episode of the Hope Athletics Orange and Blue Podcast. Monthly conversations on the Hope Athletics Orange and Blue Podcast spotlight student-athlete and staff experiences with the Hope Athletics mission.
This fall, Vachon will complete his student teaching, then pursue a career in education.
Earlier this month, Vachon claimed academic all-district honors from the College Sports Communicators in track and field/cross country.
In track and field, Vachon raced to NCAA Division III All-America Second Team laurels as a junior in the 1,500 meters at the NCAA Division III Outdoor Championships. He’s also received United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association all-region honors in four outdoor and indoor events combined. He was an MIAA indoor or outdoor champion in four events combined.
In cross country, Vachon helped the Flying Dutchmen qualify for the NCAA Division III Championships for the first time in 34 years, posting the Great Lakes Region’s top finish at nationals and placing 96th individually. Vachon earned All-MIAA honors four times, including Most Valuable Runner accolades as a sophomore.
Read a transcript of the interview