Sue Wise's journey through the track and field world is a testament to her unwavering dedication, talent, and pursuit of excellence. Her passion for athletics was evident from a young age,and over the years, she has made a significant impact as an athlete, coach, and administrator. Sue began her competitive career at McMaster University as a multi -sport athlete, winning four OWIAA team titles and 12 individual gold medals. Her achievements on the track were just the beginning, as she soon transitioned into coaching, bringing her expertise and enthusiasm to the next generation of athletes. In 1992, she joined the McMaster Sports Hall of Fame. After earning her undergraduate degree at McMaster, Sue completed a master's degree at Western University, where she was one of only two women in her graduating class. She then took her coaching talents to the University of Western Ontario's Mustangs and earned induction into the Track and Field Wall of Fame in 2015.

Sue's coaching career also took her to Saskatoon, where she guided the Saskatchewan Huskies Women's Track and Field Team to Canada West and CIAU Championships in 1985 and 1986. Her success in Saskatoon earned her induction into the Saskatoon Sports Hall of Fame in 2003. In 1986, Sue took on the role of head coach for York University's track and field program, where she made history as the first female head coach of a Canadian University track and field team. During her 13 years at York, she transformed the program into one of the most successful in the country.

Under her leadership, the Tokyo Women won OWIAA and CIAU championships in 1988 and 1990, the only two conference titles in program history and numerous other national and provincial medals.
Sue's impact extended beyond the track. She became a respected instructor in York's kinesiology and health science program. She remained at York until 2012, leaving a legacy still felt today. A fitting tribute to her remarkable contributions to the sport, the OUA and CIS Women's Track and Field Coach of the Year trophies are named in her honour.

Even after stepping away from full -time coaching, Sue continued to shape the future of athletics as the high -performance manager for Athletics Ontario, where she worked from 2008 to 2016. Her influence on the sport has been profound, and she continues to be involved in track and field, mentoring and guiding the next generation of athletes and coaches. Sue's legacy is not just in the titles and accolades she has earned,
but in the countless lives she has touched and inspired throughout her career. She continues to inspire with contributions to the sport that will be remembered and celebrated for generations.