Winston Lee
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| Born: | August 2, 1994 Portland, Jamaica |
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| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Defensive back |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| College | SUNY Cobleskill (2013–2015), Syracuse University (2016–2017) |
| High school | Hudson High School (Hudson, NY) |
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Winston Lee (born August 2, 1994) is an American former collegiate athlete who played as a defensive back for the Syracuse Orange and competed in track and field. Lee began his college career at SUNY Cobleskill, where he focused on sprinting events before transferring to Syracuse University. Known for his elite speed, Lee transitioned successfully from an NCAA Division III sprinter to a Division I dual-sport athlete.[1] [1]
He is notable for winning the NCAA Division III national title in the 60-meter dash[2] [3] and later walking on to the Syracuse University football team, where he was recognized by Bleacher Report as one of the fastest players in college football in 2017.[4]
During his college career, Lee earned multiple honors, including becoming the NCAA Division III National Champion in the 60-meter dash, holding school and conference records,[2][3] and placing highly in Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Championships in both the 60m and 100m events. In football, he walked on to the Syracuse team and contributed primarily on special teams.[5] [6]
Early life and education
Lee was born in Portland, Jamaica, and attended Hudson High School in Hudson, New York after relocating to the United States. As a high school senior, Lee was featured in Bleacher Report’s list of players to watch in the 2013 Blue-Grey All-Star Classic.[7]
He was also listed among the top prospects on the game’s official roster preview.[8]
College career
SUNY Cobleskill (2013–2015)
Lee began his collegiate athletic journey at SUNY Cobleskill, focusing on track and field. He specialized in sprinting and gained national attention in 2015 by winning the NCAA Division III 60-meter dash title with a time of 6.73 seconds[2][3] and setting the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Division III record.[9]
Syracuse University (2016–2017)
In 2016, Lee transferred to Syracuse University and joined the football team as a walk-on. He played as a defensive back through 2017, primarily contributing on special teams.[10] [6] He also continued competing in track, posting strong times at elite NCAA meets.[11] [1]
Career Achievements
| Year | Institution | Sport | Event/Discipline | Achievement | Time/Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | SUNY Cobleskill | Track & Field | 60m Dash (Indoor) | NCAA Division III National Champion | 6.73 seconds[2][3] |
| 2015 | SUNY Cobleskill | Track & Field | 60m Dash (Indoor) | ECAC Division III Champion & Record Holder | 6.76 seconds[9] |
| 2015 | SUNY Cobleskill | Track & Field | 100m Dash (Outdoor) | 5th Place – NCAA Division III Nationals (School Record) | 10.33 seconds[9] |
| 2015 | SUNY Cobleskill | Track & Field | 100m & 200m Dashes | NYSCTC Track Athlete of the Year | –[3] |
| 2017 | Syracuse University | Track & Field | 60m Dash (Indoor) | 1st Place – Crimson Elite | 6.68 seconds[12] |
| 2017 | Syracuse University | Track & Field | 60m Dash (Indoor) | 4th Place – ACC Championships | 6.75 seconds[13] |
| 2017 | Syracuse University | Track & Field | 100m Dash (Outdoor) | 5th Place – ACC Championships | 10.44 seconds[13] |
| 2016–2017 | Syracuse University | American football | Defensive back | Walk-on; Special Teams Contributor | –[6] |
Athletic profile
Lee was known for his elite acceleration and footwork, traits that made him effective in both football and track and field.[1] In 2017, he was listed by Bleacher Report as the second-fastest player in college football based on his 60m time of 6.68 seconds.[4] He is listed at 6 feet 0 inches (1.82 m) tall, according to Syracuse University's official football roster.[14]
Personal life
As of April 2025, little is publicly documented about Lee’s life following his college career. He is recognized for having competed in both track and football at the collegiate level, making the transition from Division III athletics to a Division I program.
Lee is also an entrepreneur and business owner. He is the founder of Zeiko Coffee and has established partnerships with Orange United, the NIL collective supporting Syracuse University Athletics, and the South Main Collective, the NIL collective affiliated with Rice University.[15]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Winston Lee – World Athletics Profile". World Athletics. Retrieved June 28, 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Singelais, Mark (16 March 2015). "Cobleskill sprinter Lee wins national title". Times Union. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 "Winston Lee a true champ". Daily Gazette. 17 March 2015. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Ranking the Fastest Players in College Football in 2017". Bleacher Report. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ↑ "Inside Winston Lee's decision to walk onto Syracuse football team". The Daily Orange. 14 September 2016. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 "Syracuse football: Two new walk-ons join Orange, one with amazing story". Nunes Magician. 6 August 2016. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ↑ "Blue-Grey All-Star Classic 2013: Players to Watch". Bleacher Report. 12 January 2013. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ↑ "Blue-Grey All-Star Classic Roster 2013: Top Prospects to Watch". Bleacher Report. 13 January 2013. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 "Winston Lee - TFRRS Track Profile". TFRRS. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ↑ "Winston Lee - ESPN College Football". ESPN. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ↑ "Winston Lee - Track and Field Roster". Syracuse University. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ↑ "Crimson Elite Results – 2017". Athletic.net. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 "Winston Lee – TFRRS Syracuse Results". TFRRS. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ↑ "Winston Lee - Football Roster". Syracuse University. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ↑ "South Main Collective – Partners". South Main Collective. Retrieved June 28, 2025.
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