Seneca Lassiter (born 12 March 1977) is an American former middle distance runner who specialized in the 1500 meters.
In collegiate competition he ran for University of Arkansas, which was recognized for its prestigious track program which in Lassiter's time included recruits such as Sharif Karie.
[2] Lassiter ran collegiately for the University of Arkansas under coach John McDonnell where he won the NCAA Outdoor 1500 m in 1997 and 1998 and was 2nd in 1999.
While still a collegian, he was ranked as the number 2 1500 meter runner in the US by Track and Field News magazine after both the 1997 and 1999 seasons.
[4][5][6] Lassiter later issued an apology to the team and was sanctioned by the USATF for his actions, requiring him to complete 20 hours of community service and receiving a letter of reprimand.