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More Than an Athlete: Victoria Page’s Impact at Dartmouth
3/7/2025 10:40:00 AM | Women's Basketball
On the court, Victoria Page is a force to be reckoned with — skilled, competitive and a natural leader. Off the court, she channels her creativity into film, crafting fictional stories that showcase her passion for storytelling. Her journey at Dartmouth has been one of growth, perseverance and evolution, shaping her into a well-rounded student-athlete with an undeniable impact on her team and the campus community.
From Virtual Recruitment to a Lasting Impact
Page's path to Dartmouth was unconventional, as much of her recruitment process took place during the COVID-19 pandemic. Virtual Zoom calls became the foundation of her connection to the school and basketball program.
"I got immersed as much as I could virtually to not only the college, but also the basketball program itself," Page recalled. "The institution and the academics were pushed first. I was very open about wanting to be a film major and knew I could become a holistic person when I left Dartmouth."
Shaped by the Game
Page's interest in basketball started early, influenced by her two older brothers who also played the game.
"Wherever they went, I was there," she said. "I started playing in fourth grade, but before that, I was a basketball manager since you weren't allowed to play until then. From then on, I stuck with it."
Her commitment was evident from the start.
"I remember in fourth grade, I broke my finger and had to wear a cast on my right hand," Page said. "Every Sunday, my brothers and I would go to basketball camps. I remember asking my mom, 'What am I going to do? I can't just sit on the side.' I like to think that was the moment my mom recognized I really wanted to play basketball."
Navigating Change and Leaving a Mark
Page has been a steadying force through a period of transition for Dartmouth women's basketball. Recruited by one coaching staff, she has played under two others, adapting to each change while remaining a key contributor. She played in 21 games with eight starts as a first-year and then went on to start the majority of her career, including all 51 games over the last two seasons.
This season featured a historic 2-0 start to Ivy League play, a moment Page holds close.
"It was pretty historic to have that start," she said. "That was really big confidence-wise, but also showed that the program can take a turn."
Cimino, the Gail Koziara Boudreaux '82 and Family Head Coach of Women's Basketball, has had a profound impact on Page's Dartmouth experience.
"What I really appreciate about who Coach Cim is as a coach and as a leader is she looks out for anyone and everyone within her program," Page said. "She fights for you and goes to bat for you. And to have such a fearless, bold leader is really awesome and comforting."
Beyond the court, Cimino's support has been invaluable.
"Especially when you communicate with her and let her know what's going on, if you need help with anything, she's always there," Page said. "She'll be a listening ear and always going to give you advice or perspective. She is very solution-oriented and looks out for you when you don't even know it."
Cimino, in turn, admires Page's competitive spirit and leadership.
"She pours her heart and soul into everything she does," Cimino said. "Whether it's her film production, in the weight room, or on the basketball court, she gives her all."
A Leader, On and Off the Court
Page's leadership extends beyond basketball. She serves as her team's SAAC (Student-Athlete Advisory Committee) representative and the Social Media Chair for DBSAA (Dartmouth Black Student-Athlete Alliance).
"In SAAC, I observe how other athletes lead and how impactful your voice is as an athlete," she said. "As far as DBSAA goes, I was really excited to be in a group that advocates on behalf of Black student-athletes on the campus of Dartmouth. Now, we're trying to create events and spaces for Black student-athletes and all athletes to have a space to be their genuine selves."
Page also participated in the Ivy League-Patriot League Mental Health Summit after her sophomore year.
"It was great to talk to people across both leagues on what efforts are being made," she said. "It was really cool to see Ian Connole, who works in DP2 (Dartmouth Peak Performance), leading a presentation and to recognize how valuable of a resource he is right here at Dartmouth."
A Passion for Film and Storytelling
Beyond basketball, Page has flourished in her Film and Media Studies major, taking advantage of Dartmouth's vast resources.
"The beautiful thing about Dartmouth is there are so many resources," she said. "Sometimes, it can seem a little bit daunting, but there's so much support as long as you take the time to figure out what they are and what works best for you."
For her thesis, she decided to challenge herself by creating a comedy film.
"Ultimately, I'm trying to find my voice as a filmmaker," she said.
In discussing her project, Page details, "I've written about five or six drafts of the script. I do all my pre-production, shooting and post-production on my own, which will culminate into the final film in the spring."
A Lasting Legacy
As Page prepares to leave Dartmouth, she does so with an undeniable legacy. On the court, she saved her best season for last, ranking sixth in the Ivy League in scoring (14.7 points per game), with five games scoring 20 or more points. More importantly, her leadership has left a lasting mark.
"Being a consistent, positive teammate was my goal at the beginning of this season," Page said. "Overall, I think my leadership style has been well received for the most part this year."
Cimino recognizes the growth and maturity that Page has developed during her time at Dartmouth.
"She's one of the few people I've met at this age that's able to hold herself accountable and take full responsibility for her actions," Cimino said. "She doesn't make excuses, and I love that about her. I love her maturity, her self-awareness, her self-accountability. In getting to know her mom, LaKesha, I now see where Tori gets it from."
It is clear that the respect between the two is mutual.
"Coach Cim has meant the world to me these past two years," Page said. "I have such a huge amount of respect for her and what she's accomplished in her career, along with her passion for the game."
Page's impact on Dartmouth — through basketball, leadership and storytelling — will resonate long after she graduates. Her next chapter, wherever it takes her, will undoubtedly be written with the same passion, dedication and competitive spirit that defined her time in Hanover.
From Virtual Recruitment to a Lasting Impact
Page's path to Dartmouth was unconventional, as much of her recruitment process took place during the COVID-19 pandemic. Virtual Zoom calls became the foundation of her connection to the school and basketball program.
"I got immersed as much as I could virtually to not only the college, but also the basketball program itself," Page recalled. "The institution and the academics were pushed first. I was very open about wanting to be a film major and knew I could become a holistic person when I left Dartmouth."
Shaped by the Game
Page's interest in basketball started early, influenced by her two older brothers who also played the game.
"Wherever they went, I was there," she said. "I started playing in fourth grade, but before that, I was a basketball manager since you weren't allowed to play until then. From then on, I stuck with it."
Her commitment was evident from the start.
"I remember in fourth grade, I broke my finger and had to wear a cast on my right hand," Page said. "Every Sunday, my brothers and I would go to basketball camps. I remember asking my mom, 'What am I going to do? I can't just sit on the side.' I like to think that was the moment my mom recognized I really wanted to play basketball."
Navigating Change and Leaving a Mark
Page has been a steadying force through a period of transition for Dartmouth women's basketball. Recruited by one coaching staff, she has played under two others, adapting to each change while remaining a key contributor. She played in 21 games with eight starts as a first-year and then went on to start the majority of her career, including all 51 games over the last two seasons.
This season featured a historic 2-0 start to Ivy League play, a moment Page holds close.
"It was pretty historic to have that start," she said. "That was really big confidence-wise, but also showed that the program can take a turn."
Memorable road trips have also been a highlight, particularly last year's visit to Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut to watch North Carolina, led by Big Green alum Courtney Banghart, take on UConn — a trip arranged by head coach Linda Cimino.Start your week by checking out @victoriaapage's @ESPNPlus interview after Saturday's big win at Penn!#GoBigGreen | #TheFutureIsGreen | #YOURFutureIsGREEN🌲 pic.twitter.com/MIfnXogCXg
— Dartmouth Women's Basketball (@DartmouthWBB) January 13, 2025
Cimino, the Gail Koziara Boudreaux '82 and Family Head Coach of Women's Basketball, has had a profound impact on Page's Dartmouth experience.
"What I really appreciate about who Coach Cim is as a coach and as a leader is she looks out for anyone and everyone within her program," Page said. "She fights for you and goes to bat for you. And to have such a fearless, bold leader is really awesome and comforting."
Beyond the court, Cimino's support has been invaluable.
"Especially when you communicate with her and let her know what's going on, if you need help with anything, she's always there," Page said. "She'll be a listening ear and always going to give you advice or perspective. She is very solution-oriented and looks out for you when you don't even know it."
Cimino, in turn, admires Page's competitive spirit and leadership.
"She pours her heart and soul into everything she does," Cimino said. "Whether it's her film production, in the weight room, or on the basketball court, she gives her all."
Victoria Page takes it herself AND ONE! Big Green now back within six at 61-55 in the final minute. Not done yet!
— Dartmouth Women's Basketball (@DartmouthWBB) March 2, 2025
Gameday Central ➡️ https://t.co/RoqPI67XZR #GoBigGreen | #TheFutureIsGreen | #YourFutureIsGREEN pic.twitter.com/nEJQyHuw1p
A Leader, On and Off the Court
Page's leadership extends beyond basketball. She serves as her team's SAAC (Student-Athlete Advisory Committee) representative and the Social Media Chair for DBSAA (Dartmouth Black Student-Athlete Alliance).
"In SAAC, I observe how other athletes lead and how impactful your voice is as an athlete," she said. "As far as DBSAA goes, I was really excited to be in a group that advocates on behalf of Black student-athletes on the campus of Dartmouth. Now, we're trying to create events and spaces for Black student-athletes and all athletes to have a space to be their genuine selves."
Page also participated in the Ivy League-Patriot League Mental Health Summit after her sophomore year.
"It was great to talk to people across both leagues on what efforts are being made," she said. "It was really cool to see Ian Connole, who works in DP2 (Dartmouth Peak Performance), leading a presentation and to recognize how valuable of a resource he is right here at Dartmouth."
A Passion for Film and Storytelling
Beyond basketball, Page has flourished in her Film and Media Studies major, taking advantage of Dartmouth's vast resources.
"The beautiful thing about Dartmouth is there are so many resources," she said. "Sometimes, it can seem a little bit daunting, but there's so much support as long as you take the time to figure out what they are and what works best for you."
For her thesis, she decided to challenge herself by creating a comedy film.
"Ultimately, I'm trying to find my voice as a filmmaker," she said.
In discussing her project, Page details, "I've written about five or six drafts of the script. I do all my pre-production, shooting and post-production on my own, which will culminate into the final film in the spring."
A Lasting Legacy
As Page prepares to leave Dartmouth, she does so with an undeniable legacy. On the court, she saved her best season for last, ranking sixth in the Ivy League in scoring (14.7 points per game), with five games scoring 20 or more points. More importantly, her leadership has left a lasting mark.
"Being a consistent, positive teammate was my goal at the beginning of this season," Page said. "Overall, I think my leadership style has been well received for the most part this year."
Cimino recognizes the growth and maturity that Page has developed during her time at Dartmouth.
"She's one of the few people I've met at this age that's able to hold herself accountable and take full responsibility for her actions," Cimino said. "She doesn't make excuses, and I love that about her. I love her maturity, her self-awareness, her self-accountability. In getting to know her mom, LaKesha, I now see where Tori gets it from."
It is clear that the respect between the two is mutual.
"Coach Cim has meant the world to me these past two years," Page said. "I have such a huge amount of respect for her and what she's accomplished in her career, along with her passion for the game."
Page's impact on Dartmouth — through basketball, leadership and storytelling — will resonate long after she graduates. Her next chapter, wherever it takes her, will undoubtedly be written with the same passion, dedication and competitive spirit that defined her time in Hanover.
Take an inside look at one of our practices, as @victoriaapage was mic'ed up! 🎙️ #GoBigGreen | #TheFutureIsGreen | #YOURFutureIsGREEN🌲 pic.twitter.com/Jw1WABsUFq
— Dartmouth Women's Basketball (@DartmouthWBB) January 10, 2025
Fifth game this season with 20+ points for Victoria Page on Saturday! #GoBigGreen | #TheFutureIsGreen | #YourFutureIsGREEN🌲 pic.twitter.com/BDky24ne9a
— Dartmouth Women's Basketball (@DartmouthWBB) February 26, 2025
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