Hall of Fame
A member of the Alaska rifle program from 1993-97, Seleznev helped the Nanooks capture their first-ever national championship in 1994. The Russian native was the individual national champion in the smallbore match at the 1995 NCAA Championships and turned in eight All-America accolades over the course of his four-year career.
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Off the range and in the classroom, Seleznev graduated with a degree in Japanese studies and earned a spot on the Chancellor's List. He also minored in business and earned his MBA in 2000. He also worked as a volunteer for Athletes in Action while enrolled at the university. He assisted the rifle team with camps and clinics and has continued his help years later, assisting the Russian National Team. Seleznev also volunteered for Spring Clean-up Day, was a tutor and mentor and presented the Eddie Eagle program at the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District in regards to gun safety.
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"Oleg was one of the biggest elements in the rifle team winning the NCAA Championship in 1994," nominator and head coach Randy Pitney said. "He brought a Russian philosophy that greatly enhanced the team both mentally and technically. As a coach, I learned a vast amount from him upon his arrival. This also improved team chemistry and the drive for achieving higher personal performances. Oleg didn't have a cheerleader style but was calm and extremely respected by his teammates."
