Billie Martin, 18, of Formosa accepted and offer from DePaul University in Chicago. (Submitted photo)Billie Martin, 18, of Formosa accepted and offer from DePaul University in Chicago. (Submitted photo)
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Formosa native headed to DePaul University in Chicago

Billie Martin signed her letter of intent to attend DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois beginning in the fall of 2020.

The 18-year old Formosa native will compete with the Women’s Track & Field team in the NCAA Division I Big East Conference while pursuing a teaching career in secondary school physical education.

The Gr. 12 Sacred Heart High School student earned an academic and athletic scholarship at DePaul as a result of her successful achievements in the classroom and in the throwing circle.

Martin is a member of the Saugeen Track & Field Club based out of Port Elgin and competes in women’s Hammer Throw, Shot Put, Discus and indoor Weight Throw under the guidance of Coaches Randy Millar and Glenn Elliott.

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