Saucony points out that it is… ‘further solidifying its commitment to elevating women’s and girl’s participation in running with the signing of pro runner Vanessa Fraser.’
A seven-time All-American from Stanford University, Fraser, 27, has set personal bests in the 3,000m indoors (8:51); 5,000m indoors (14:48); 10,000m (31:52); and half marathon (1:11:00). Fraser, who turned pro in 2018, is currently based in San Francisco and trains with Team Boss, an elite distance running team located in Boulder, Colorado.
“Vanessa joins the Saucony roster as a world-class talent with unlimited potential,” said Ted FitzPatrick, Saucony’s Vice President of Product and Sports Marketing. “Already, she’s had immense success on the track and is looking forward to setting new PRs as well as bringing that speed to the roads.
He continued, “Vanessa embodies the transformational power of running and the joy of passing it forward, further elevating women’s and girls’ participation and achievement in our sport. Not only does Vanessa give it her all on the track and roads, but she also brings that intensity to a career in private equity financing. To thrive in the world of sport and finance, one needs discipline, drive, resilience and adaptability; Vanessa brings that mindset to both with exceptional balance. On behalf of the whole team, we’re excited to have her join the Saucony family.”
Fraser will be training and racing in the brand’s Endorphin collection, including the Endorphin PRO 4, now with an upgraded dual-cushioning system of plush and responsive PWRRUN HG material directly beneath the foot and springy PWRRUN PB in contact with the ground.
At Stanford, Fraser developed into one of the best runners in the program’s storied history. As a seven-time All-American, she helped the Stanford team to multiple national podium finishes. She capped her college career by winning the PAC 12 individual 10k title and setting the school record for 5,000m (15:09).
Fraser ran her first 5k in third grade through the Girls on the Run program, where she fell in love with the sport. She attended Scotts Valley High School in Northern California and graduated a two-time Division IV State cross-country champion.
