04/01/2026
⭐️ Meet Riccardo Done, a proud Northern State University double wolf graduate whose journey as both an athlete and a professional continues to inspire.
Riccardo earned his B.S. in Human Performance and Fitness in 2020 while competing for the Wolves as a middle-distance runner. One of his standout achievements came in 2021, when he placed 2nd at the NSIC Outdoor Track & Field Championships and set a new school record in the 3000m steeplechase.
He went on to complete his M.S. in Sport Performance and Leadership in 2022, serving as a Graduate Assistant Swimming Coach from 2020–2022.
After graduating, Riccardo returned home to Venice, Italy, where he now works as a track & field coach, continuing to apply the skills and experiences he developed at Northern.
Riccardo has also continued his own competitive career, achieving all-time personal records in the 1500m, 3000m, 5000m, and 10k. Up next, he will be competing at Nationals this July.
We’re proud to see Riccardo continue to excel on and off the track. Once a Wolf, always a Wolf! 🐺⭐️
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