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s a young man, Will Turner '80 joined Sigma Phi Epsilon to
share the fraternal vision of wanting something more from
the college experience. SigEp membership and service as
chairman for community relations gave Will the drive to succeed,
and he continued to strive for excellence through his current
athletic endeavors.
A Foundation for Self-Growth
"I've always been proud of the sound mind, sound body principles
that represent the Balanced Man," Will said. He has spent the past
two decades becoming a more competitive endurance athlete,
pursuing new challenges after running a marathon to raise money
for a friend fighting cancer. "Anything I lack in physical or athletic
prowess, I more than make up with my grit and mental toughness,
which I've honed and sharpened over the past 20 years."
SigEp brothers have been amazed by Will's athletic success; he broke
the world record for most Ironman-distance triathlons completed in
a year (60) followed by 45 more the following year. The International
Ultra Triathlon Association recently ranked Will #1 globally for
competitors over age 60.
The Sierra 914
Will completed his greatest challenge in September 2023, becoming
the first person to finish a 914-mile ultra-triathlon in the Sierras, with
a distance equivalent to 6.5 Ironmans.
"I purposefully do things that are going to stretch and challenge me,
and I enjoy the fact that I can race competitively with athletes half
my age. I still have big plans and goals to come, so I don't plan on
resting on my laurels anytime soon."
PUSHING THE LIMITS
Will Turner '80 on His Athletic Journey
• 15.6 miles
swimming
• 728 miles biking
• 170.4 miles
running
• 6,500-8,500-foot
elevation
• More than 40,000
feet of climbing
Breaking Down
the Sierra 914
You can connect with Will at nzorbust@gmail.com.
"Of all the organizations I've been a
part of in my life, nothing compares
to Sigma Phi Epsilon. I formed lasting
friendships and made brothers for life
who inspire me to be my best."
A documentary company reached out to Will to follow his Sierra 914
journey. He looks forward to sharing the story when completed, and
he hopes to inspire others to realize more of their potential.
AVC Board Members
Consider giving back to the Virginia Kappa Brotherhood by
becoming an AVC officer, a mentor, or serving on a committee.
If interested, contact Bill Thomas or Ritche Moore.
Please consider contacting the new VP Communications
Brennan Rim '26 to donate old photos or any other items of
historical interest at (571) 359-2428 or brennanrim@vt.edu.
Chairman
John Lawson '75
jlawson@wmjordan.com
President
Bill Thomas '72
william.a.thomas.jr@gmail.com
Secretary
Ritche Moore '85
khmoore105@gmail.com
Treasurer
Paul Ostrye '77
paul@ostrye.us
VP Housing
Geri Yantis '84
gyantis@syaa.com
Director, Communications
Vacant
VP Development
Scott Perkins '87
scott.perkins@tufts.edu
Legal Counsel
Tom Eubank '74
tomeubank@spinella.com
VP Alumni Relations
Joe Catalano '84
JCatalano@FVCBank.com
Chapter Counselor
Jay Sage '84
jaysage11@gmail.com
Faculty Fellow
Sharon Williams
sharon.williams@vt.edu
District Governor
Ed Bishop '74
eb1400ml@gmail.com
Todd Lewers '78
todd.lewers@gmail.com
Dennis McIlhenny '82
dmcilhenny804@gmail.com
Matt Rowe '18
mrowe96@vt.edu
Kyle Bassett '23
kyleb98@vt.edu
Advancement
Matt Rowe '18
mrowe96@vt.edu
Communications
Steve Herbert '76
vtsherbert@outlook.com
Strategic Planning
Brendan Coffey '20
coffeybc@vt.edu
Cullen Hackler '71
clhackler13@gmail.com
Awards
Rick Charter '71
rlcharter2@gmail.com
Advisory
Don McNamara '75
djm@hampsteadholdings.com
At Large
(Two vacant spots)
Committee Members
