University of Texas Athletics

Merlene Frazer

Induction:
2017

Merlene Frazer, a standout sprinter for the Texas Longhorns from 1993 to 1995, is regarded as one of the top short sprinters in program history. A 10-time All-American and three-time NCAA champion, she helped lead Texas to top-six finishes at the NCAA Championships both indoors and outdoors in each of her two seasons, including back-to-back third-place indoor finishes. Frazer dominated conference competition, capturing 12 Southwest Conference titles while leading the Longhorns to SWC team championships and excelling in both individual sprints and relays. She won NCAA titles in the 200 meters outdoors in 1994 and indoors in 1995, and was also part of the 1995 NCAA Indoor Championship-winning 4x400-meter relay team.

Following her collegiate career, Frazer found continued success on the international stage, earning an Olympic silver medal and multiple medals at the World Championships while representing Jamaica. Highlights include a silver medal in the 4x100-meter relay at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games and bronze medals in both the 200 meters and 4x100 relay at the 1999 World Championships. She also contributed to Jamaica’s strong relay performances in global competition throughout the late 1990s. Frazer graduated from Texas in 1996 with a degree in youth and community studies and later built a long career with The Home Depot, where she has worked in various roles while balancing her post-competitive life. Frazer has since retired.

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