Vanguard University

The athlete: Nick joins the Pride from nearby Orange Coast College, where he competed for two seasons?ran for Coach Marco Ochoa?was the conference runner-up in the 5K?best times of 2:00 in the 800m, 4:05 in the 1500m, and 8:53 in the 3000m?prepped at Newport Harbor high School in Newport Beach, California?ran for Coach Noel Key in the Seaview League?was the Track and Field MVP as a senior?also was the Cross Country team captain and Coach's Award winner?graduated from NHHS in 2005?will run a variety of races this spring, but main event is the 1500m?should have a good first year as a Lion in 2010.

The person: Nicholas was born to Mike and Lisa St. Andre in Newport Beach?has one sister?major is English?loves to eat at "Taqueria El Grunjenal"?likes the color purple?sports hero is Steve Prefontaine?favorite quote is from Ricky Bobby, "If you're not first, you're last"?believes honesty is the most essential character trait?most respects his teammate because they inspire him to excel?has learned that life only gives you so much, you have to work hard to succeed.

Her thoughts: What I like most about Vanguard are the good people and good environment.

Coach Wilkins' Comments: Nick is a great teammate. He is faithful, trains diligently, and is a valuable member of our team. I am grateful he chose to come to Vanguard following his two years at OCC.