Missy Foote spent 38 years, from 1977 to 2015, at Middlebury as a coach and an administrator. She was a significant and respected leader in athletics at Middlebury, in the NESCAC, and at the national level during her decades of service.
She directed the Panther field hockey program for 21 years with a career record of 180-95-12. Her 1998 team won the NCAA Championship with a 17-1 record. Prior to NCAA participation, Middlebury also earned two ECAC titles. Foote was named the Division III Regional and National Coach of the Year in 1994 and 1998.
In her 34 years as the women’s lacrosse coach, the Panthers reached 14 consecutive NCAA final fours, winning five national titles with four perfect seasons. Her 422 career wins (422-114-1) are third in Division III history, and she ranks fourth among coaches in all divisions. Foote is a five-time National Coach of the Year, eight-time Regional Coach of the Year, and six-time NESCAC Coach of the Year.
During her time at Middlebury, she served as the senior woman administrator and director of physical education, and coached basketball and swimming. She is also a member of the National Lacrosse, New England Lacrosse, and Vermont Halls of Fame.
