Patty Sullivan took full advantage of the opportunities to play women's sports in the early 1970s as the 1995 Hall of Fame recipient was a four-sport standout while earning 15 varsity letters. 

During her senior year in 1974, Sullivan was recognized nationally with the Athlete of America Award for her participation in intercollegiate basketball, softball, field hockey and volleyball. Besides playing all four women's varsity sports offered then, Sullivan won the WSC intramurals women's singles tennis championship and was co-winner of the mixed doubles badminton tournament. 

Sullivan was the second leading scorer in basketball in 1974, averaging 10 points per game. She batted .545 in softball despite wearing a special helmet to protect her broken nose. Sullivan was highly respected by all of her teammates and coaches as she was named captain in all four sports. 

Following her graduation in 1974, the Ludlow native stayed active in sports as a coach and player. She was the assistant women's basketball coach at Westfield State in 1975. She also coached varsity softball and soccer and JV basketball at Ludlow High School during the 1980s. 

Sullivan played third base for 10 years for the Westfield Whips, one of the best semi-pro softball teams in the Northeast. She also has played in volleyball, basketball and softball leagues in the Springfield area. 

Sullivan resides in Chicopee and is a postal clerk for the Ludlow Post Office.