HALL OF FAME Charles Edward Else Jr. Oct 2, 2009
His wife, Gwen, was a standout basketball player at Burnett High School and their grandson will be running track at the University of Tennessee in the spring. Article Rating. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Fairfax County ’s Sports Scene Oct 1, 2009
It was warm during the day, but grew cooler as early evening race time approached at the Lake Braddock Secondary School running track. The outdoor track meet was for the Northern Region Virginia High School League championship. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Cross Country's Wilson Speaks Up Sep 24, 2009
In the sophomore year, when I came back at the end of the cross country and started running track, I felt like I had more experience and more mileage. I was much focused and something clicked and I just started running very well. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
With victory, Rudeen sees North season turning Sep 22, 2009
He overlapped three sports for part of last spring, running track while adding tennis into the mix as the first few baseball practices unfolded. North went on to win the Class 4A baseball championship last Aug. 1 with Rudeen as the starting centerfielder. (Sioux City Journal)
Skaneateles school unveils new turf field Sep 21, 2009
Now crews have to finish the running track that encircles the field. The track needs the rubber topping and then markings. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Evacuated schools remain closed for chemical tests Sep 20, 2009
Oak Ridge High Principal Steve Wehr says workers at his school were resurfacing a rubber running track with a solvent-based compound. Some students complained of dizziness and headaches. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Gallagher: Queen delivers a 'clutch' parade performance Sep 17, 2009
The daughter of Russ and Sue Salton is a three-sport letterwinner for the Tigers, playing basketball, soccer and running track. She's been to the state tournament in two sports and has helped two squads win the Lakes Conference. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
On The Clock With Daniel Clark Sep 16, 2009
I started running track for fun, and then I ended up quitting soccer to run cross country to get in better shape for track. It was really just for fun, and because I enjoyed it. (Und.com)
Kicking off new traditions Sep 9, 2009
With minimal seating at the new field, spectators lined the running track around the field to watch the game. Michael Penn / Juneau Empire. (Juneau Empire)
Youngster balanced a ball on his head for 11.129km Sep 9, 2009
YOUNGSTER Low Yee Ming bettered his own mark in reaching the greatest distance balancing a football on his head at the Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) running track in USJ5 recently. Three days after an unsuccessful attempt at breaking the world record of 4. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Peoria boys cross country region champs return five strong Sep 5, 2009
Matchers is new to the team and decided to join after running track last season. Colombo said Matchers is on fire and is going to really set the tone for competition. (Peoria Times, AZ)
An opportunity found up the hill Aug 28, 2009
She got into the sport when Tioga coach Patty Skarphol saw her running track in junior high and sent her the invitation to join the team. Since then, Lambrecht has done nothing but impress Skarphol. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
PG East: Getting that magical No. 500 victory has been a struggle for Wilkinsburg program Aug 27, 2009
Simon encourages his players to stay involved in athletics in all seasons and Evans has heeded that advice, playing basketball in the winter and running track in the spring. "Travis has really come a long way," Simon said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Driver of the Week (28) Aug 27, 2009
HOBBIES: Running track, racing, swimming, and hanging with friends. FAVORITE RESTAURANT: I dont know. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Ready to hit home runs Aug 25, 2009
Trindon Holliday spends his spring running track. But, the world's fastest football player used a baseball analogy to describe his LSU football career. (LSU Sports -- Rivals.com)
S.C. athlete doesn't let disability slow him down Aug 25, 2009
That doesn't keep him from running track ... Standing nearby was his coach, Chris Powell, who had been asked by a boy in a wheelchair about running track and at first thought he must be joking. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Running mates Aug 24, 2009
"I didn't start running track till eighth grade.". Yet Stephenson's 13. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
SPORTS: Holliston's Edwards ready for year two of UConn football Aug 22, 2009
Running track (in high school) definitely helped me a lot. It got me a lot faster. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Taking Sprinting to New Heights Aug 21, 2009
In the United States, at least, a lot of guys started running track because they got cut from teams with cheerleaders. But Jamaicans regard sprinters the way the French regard wine: as a leading export, and a source of national identity. (Slate)
Athletes out to make their own history, 73 years on Aug 15, 2009
It all starts today in the German capital with the whole world watching the distinctive blue running track at Berlin's Olympiastadion. It is a venue soaked in history, built by Hitler but made famous by Jesse Owens. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Monroe playground a reality at last Aug 14, 2009
Four years ago they got a quarter-mile paved running track. Last year, a small park shelter. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Park has grown during first 100 years Aug 9, 2009
She wanted to create a playground for children with tennis courts, a running track, baseball field, sand boxes and a wading pool. City planners added playground equipment such as slides, swings, climbing bars and teeter totters, with separate equipment designated for girls and boys. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
USC's Sherman short, but try catching him Aug 8, 2009
Obviously, playing high school football in North Carolina and running track is a whole lot different than playing in front of 70-some thousand people in a month. But we'll keep trying to get him ready and see where he figures in. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
RivalsHigh 100: No. 8 Aug 8, 2009
"Kids are in the weight room, they're running track to get faster, but they are also playing baseball and lacrosse. They want to please.". The cornerstones, among others, have helped Peachtree Ridge assume a magisterial position in metro Atlanta high school football. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Roof repairs dominate $31.7M bond Aug 7, 2009
Initially the package contained 1 million to upgrade the running tracks at Colony, Palmer and Wasilla high schools and another 1 million to put in a turf field at Palmer. I don t approve of the bonding for the running track and so forth, Assemblywoman Lynne Woods said in moving successfully to strike the sports facilities. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Wilson Report: Deion Sanders Top Moments Aug 7, 2009
Deion was playing baseball and running track and the Seminole were in the middle of the Metro baseball tournament with a double-header facing them against Southern Miss in the morning and Cincinnati that night. As fate would have it, the dominant FSU track program was having a closer than normal run for the Metro Championship and a pivotal 4 x 100 meter relay would probably determine the conference champs. (Seminoles.com)
Eye On Recrutiing: Karim Jones Aug 6, 2009
Im will be running track this year and will continue to work on all parts of my game. . (TheRedMenace.com)
WSU Pre-Fall Camp Depth Chart released Jul 29, 2009
Anderson is a two year starter but has been running track this offseason, didn't participate in spring ball and hasn't gone through the team's voluntary summer workouts, so that probably has much to do with his slotting. At the same time, Blackledge is said to have made strides this offseason. (Cougfan.com)
LeBron dunk video Jul 23, 2009
Miller said there is a running track above the James A. Rhodes Arena at Akron and that appears to be the vantage point of the video. Miller believes it was taken from the front row of the stands. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Carter chats with Blue Jays fans Jul 22, 2009
The Official Site of the Toronto Blue Jays. World Series hero answers questions about his Toronto days. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Iliotibial Band Syndrome Jul 19, 2009
Athletes training on a running track. Individuals with a leg length discrepancy. (Suite101.com)
U.S. ski team celebrates grand new digs in Utah Jul 18, 2009
The center also features a strip of running track, double the usual thickness to avoid stress on the muscles and bones, and a full-sized gymnasium. Next to the gym is Ramps & Tramps, an indoor sanctuary for anybody with an inkling to shred. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
New ISU fitness center shaping up on campus Jul 16, 2009
Final touches will include glass installation, including across the running track ... Looking east, he pointed to the steel, oval running track that's been installed high on the building's third floor, and the second floor walkway beneath it ... Uses: Pools, running track, gyms, weight and cardio equipment, rock wall for climbing, locker rooms, lounges, classrooms and offices. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Three Newton 14-year-olds qualify for Junior Olympics Jul 16, 2009
Forbes, who started running track in 2008 on the F.A. Day Middle School team, will be going to North Carolina at the end of July to compete in the national Junior Olympics. She also competed in nationals last year. (Newton Tab, MA)
Grandstand taking shape Jul 16, 2009
The field site work has been completed by CMG Construction and it is ready for installation of the artificial turf and the running track. The project is to be completed by Aug. 15. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Montverde sports complex to open this fall Jul 9, 2009
Additions to Montverde Academy s existing 15-acre athletic field and 440-yard asphalt running track will include a lighted track and field area, baseball and softball fields, dugouts, baseball batting cages, portable bleachers and lighting. Each facility will also have a two-story press box. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Relay team's season is one to remember Jul 8, 2009
"When I got started running track, I didn't think I could be very good. And now we've won seven national championships in one year and set three national records. I don't think I can grasp that.". Despite the success, the team probably won more fans with the one goal that it missed, the 24-year-old 4x400 outdoor record of 3:07. (News & Observer -- Sports)
From Fencing Novice to Formidable Foe Jul 4, 2009
It's not that she's unaccustomed to contact or competition, but facing off against someone with a weapon is a far cry from her high school career playing basketball, softball, and running track. a three-sport athlete from The Bronx, came to Sacred Heart four years ago knowing she wanted to continue her athletic endeavors but not sure she had the right stuff for the next level. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
Maradona wants venue change for qualifier against Brazil Jul 4, 2009
Rivers Monumental Stadium has a running track around the pitch and the crowd is not close to the action. Maradona was also scathing last month about the state of Rivers stadium and pitch, which had held a rock concert days before the laboured 1-0 win over Colombia on June 6. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Jacobsen to run at Northwest Missouri St. Jul 3, 2009
Jacobsen was a fixture in the Cyclone girls' powerhouse cross country team the last four years while also running track for one year and playing girls soccer for three years. She ran at the State Cross Country Meet three times and was a state alternate her freshman year when the Cyclones won the 3-A state title. (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Glendale runners prepare for upcoming season Jul 3, 2009
After running track for two seasons, last year was his first year of cross country with the Cardinals. During the (cross country) season, we were able to talk about the summer program, he said. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Smith’s desire to help people led him to law enforcement Jul 1, 2009
When 28-year-old Jesse Smith was running track and diving for the Fargo South swimming team, he never dreamed he d end up in a law enforcement career. He could never quite envision himself sitting behind a desk all day. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Raleigh's Love bests national marks Jul 1, 2009
Love, who is 5 feet 6 and weighs 130 pounds, started running track seriously two years ago. Last summer, he finished second in the national age-group 400-meter finals. (News & Observer -- Sports)
London mayor: Olympic stadium could stay at 80,000 Jul 1, 2009
With London Olympic organizers unable to find a permanent football club tenant for the stadium after 2012 - due in part to the running track - it is estimated that the $907 million development could cost $16. 5 million annually to maintain. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Henley hopes to qualify for Junior Olympics Jun 30, 2009
She said running track and cross country helps her to stay in shape for swimming. We use about the same muscles, Henley said. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
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com 2010 four-star has been running track in and outside of the United States. Now, however, he's back to offseason football and recruiting. (Texas A&M Sports -- Rivals.com)
Is a video replay system up next for McKinney ISD football? Jun 26, 2009
The running track at Dowell Middle School is on its way to new pavement after the board voted unanimously for a construction project that will replace the track and install fencing around tracks at Dowell and Scott Johnson Middle Schools. "When you have unlimited and unsupervised use, you're going to get damage," Crowe said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Salesian gets a Field of Dreams Jun 23, 2009
After receiving a new field in 2007 (featuring a state-of-the-art urethane running track and a synthetic turf field), the stadium is no longer a disaster. If Salesian High School is an oasis for the Richmond community, the stadium is now its jewel. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
From double dribbles to double birdies Jun 21, 2009
He loved playing baseball and basketball and running track. But when his Lobo career fizzled, his golf career started to sizzle. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Chico, California Jun 19, 2009
Notable buildings to visit include the Bell Memorial Union, Laxson Auditorium, and the newly completed Wildcat Activity Center, complete with climbing walls, swimming pools and running track. Bidwell Park. (Suite101.com)
More of this story Jun 18, 2009
The contract for the synthetic football field and all-weather 10-lane running track has already been awarded through Montana Cooperative Services to Atlas/FieldTurf. The new stadium will have a seating capacity of 4,500. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
PETER JACKEL: Hilltoppers' Wagner aces history Jun 16, 2009
I ve known Chuck Wood since running track for him, quite unsuccessfully, 35 years ago this spring as a freshman at St. Catherine s High School. As impressed as I have been with him over the years, I was never more impressed than early this month, when Wood made a mistake, immediately owned up to it and took the heat. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Cardinals Agree to Terms with 32 Picks Jun 16, 2009
Virgil Hill Jr. was a three-sport start in high school, running track and playing football in addition to baseball at Valencia High School. Hill hit. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
PREPS: A Q&A with Vista track standout Danielle Littleton Jun 4, 2009
Q: How long have you been running track, and have you always been a hurdler. A: I started when I was 8 years old, and I'm 16 now, so eight years. (North County Times)
Cedar River Complex Halfway there, looking good Jun 4, 2009
At far right is the gymnasium, whose second level will hold a running track. In the extreme foreground of the picture is the roof of Osage High School. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
UA All-American Brown's speed has recruiters chasing him Jun 3, 2009
"I liked running track a lot this year because it helped me gain football speed," Brown said. "That was one of the main reasons I did it. At first, I wasn't too sure about running track, but I could see myself getting faster.". (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Personal triumphs Jun 3, 2009
In the final event of the final day of the season for Calaveras County high school track and field athletes, Freeman ran his fastest time of the year in the finals of the boys 3,200-meter run at the Sac-Joaquin Section Masters Championships at Sacramento City College Friday. Freeman completed the 2-mile race in 9 minutes, 51. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
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Instead of running track in the spring, McDonald laces up baseball cleats and patrols the outfield. And when he decided he wanted to play football for USC, he committed to the Trojan coaches and stayed that way. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
PG South: When it comes to 200-meter dash, Monessen senior perfect May 28, 2009
"Two weeks before track season I had some heavy work with classes and running track and the two-hour practices. It was pretty hard juggling that, but track and field is my love and passion and I had a pretty good relationship with my boss and they let me go on my three-month leave.". Even with state championship times, it is still a challenge for Irwin to get noticed at Monessen. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Excitement brewing for up-and-coming Bears May 27, 2009
"He did not run track this year. Last year when he ran track, he actually lost a bit of weight. This year, he had gained like 8-10 pounds with offseason conditioning, and their concern was that he would lose that weight (running track) and have to try and gain that back. He didn't go through any of that track stuff, so he was able to keep that weight. I think that will help him, even though he did make guys miss tackles last year, he might even be better at that and be a little bit stronger.... (Nebraska Sports -- Rivals.com)
High School Athletes of the Week: Jules Femiani and Pierre Carr (Today) May 27, 2009
You're going to Akron for football, but is there any chance of running track. There is a chance. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Seven Stallions sign scholarships May 24, 2009
It will be tough not playing football for a year, but running track will help me stay in shape and get my speed up. Gaither plans to major in criminal justice. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
PG East: Penn Hills' Foster-Williams rises to win two gold medals at WPIAL track championships May 21, 2009
"It's just something, that with the little experience running track he has, and the success he's had this season, it's just phenomenal," Zelkowitz said. In the 200, Foster-Williams overcame a shaky start to finish in 22. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hawks win 4x800-meter relay May 20, 2009
(Running track) just didnt catch my attention before, but this year it did. Im glad. (Nogales International, AZ)
• Winning ways in Wendell May 19, 2009
Winning ways in Wendell Middle School pentathlon team among state's best By Blair Koch Times-News correspondent WENDELL - Even students not keen on running track or playing softball should be afforded an opportunity to engage in competition. That's why, three years ago, Wendell Middle School's Robert Moore got an Academic Pentathlon team up and running. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
