Allison Linnell Joins 2008-09 Recruits Jul 13, 2008
Check back throughout the summer to keep up to date on Washington track and field recruiting. (Gohuskies.com)
Schaaf Impresses at World Junior Track Championships Jul 13, 2008
BYDGOSZCZ, Poland - Washington track recruit Kendra Schaaf put the cap on a great performance for her native Canada at the 2008 World Junior Track and Field Championships today in Poland. Schaaf ran in the 1500 and 5000-meters, earning a pair of Top-15 finishes. (Gohuskies.com)
Husky Men Finish 16th at NCAA Track Jun 19, 2008
Since 2005, Washington track and field has sent 85 athletes to NCAA meets, bringing home 65 All-American honors, easily the best four-year stretch in school history. 2008 NCAA Track and Field Championships Drake Stadium - Des Moines, Iowa Day 4 of 4 June 14, 2008. (Gohuskies.com)
Huskies Head to Des Moines for NCAA Championships Jun 10, 2008
ON THE TRACK: The culmination of months of tireless work for 13 Washington track and field athletes is on hand this week, as a group of Huskies travels to Des Moines, Iowa for the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships ... NCAA CHAMPIONSHIPS BY THE NUMBERS: Senior win in the 800 meters in 2007 was the 32nd all-time by a Washington track and field athlete at the NCAA Championships. (Gohuskies.com)
Huskies Place 31 On Pac-10 All-Academic Teams Jun 4, 2008
- A total of 31 Washington track and field student-athletes were named to the Pac-10 All-Academic teams today, announced Commissioner Tom Hansen. Leading the way for the Huskies are distance runners , , and , each of whom earned first team distinction. (Gohuskies.com)
Daniels, Baker WDN’s top track athlete May 29, 2008
Washington Track Coach Jon Blank has high praises for senior Travis Daniels ... Daniels was the leading point scorer for the Washington track team and qualified for the Class 3-A state meet in three different events the long jump, the triple jump, and the 4x200-meter relay. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Brenham High School honors its athletes -- Mangan, Bratton named Owen Erekson award winners May 21, 2008
Brenham Banner-Press Online Edition. Online From Brenham TX. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Katie Follett, Men's 4x100 Relay Win Pac-10 Titles May 18, 2008
The Washington track and field team produced two historic Pac-10 champions today on the final day of the Pac-10 Track and Field Championships at Sun Angel Stadium. Sophomore won the women's 1500-meter run and , , Joseph Turner, and combined to win the men's 4x100-meter relay. (Gohuskies.com)
Huskies Head to Tempe for Pac-10 Championships May 15, 2008
ON THE TRACK: The Washington track and field teams enter the postseason stretch this weekend with the 2008 Pac-10 Championships on tap this Friday and Saturday, May 16-17 ... LAST TIME OUT: Senior authored a rousing end to the 2008 Washington track and field home season this evening, flying around Husky Stadium in 4:01 ... 2008 INDOOR IN REVIEW: Washington track and field was put front and center before the indoor season even began, as the Husky men earned a No. 2 preseason ranking from the... (Gohuskies.com)
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Expect even better things from Washington track in the future. Our goal is to compete with New Bern and the other top teams in the state, Blank said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Moe and Follett Impress at Shannon/Foreman Invite May 11, 2008
SEATTLE - Senior authored a rousing end to the 2008 Washington track and field home season this evening, flying around Husky Stadium in 4:01. 53 to win the mile run in his last appearance in front of the Husky faithful. (Gohuskies.com)
Joint Shannon/Foreman Meet Marks End of UW Home Schedule May 9, 2008
ON THE TRACK: The final home meet for the Washington track and field team goes off inside Husky Stadium this Saturday, May 10, as the Huskies host the Ken Shannon/Ken Foreman Invitational. Washington, which hosts the annually, welcomes Seattle Pacific as co-hosts of the meet. (Gohuskies.com)
Cougars Sweep Huskies in Track & Field Dual Meet May 5, 2008
-- The Cougar men's team victory in the 97th meeting of the Washington State University and University of Washington track and field teams was notable for more than the great weather and the large video scoreboard set up at Mooberry Track Saturday in Pullman. For the WSU seniors it meant ending their home meet careers with a long-sought victory over the Dawgs. (Wsucougars.com)
Huskies Place 27 On MPSF All-Academic Team Apr 22, 2008
- The Washington track and field teams placed 27 student-athletes on the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation's All-Academic Team it was announced today by MPSF Executive Director Al Beaird. The Huskies' total ranked second to Stanford in the conference, which includes eight Pac-10 schools plus two Big West teams. (Pac-10.org)
Wildcats start fast Apr 11, 2008
Washington track coach Steve Brandt said he is impressed with the way they ve started the season, having finished first in back-to-back meets. We ve never been better this early in the season, Brandt said. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Fort Madison girls motor to second at Washington track meet Apr 8, 2008
DAILY DEMOCRAT - Sports. Weather in Fort Madison, IA. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Saylor Places 38th at Junior World XC Championships Apr 1, 2008
University of Washington track and cross country coach , who attended the world championships, said, "It's really cool to see a current Husky and a Husky-to-be get an opportunity to run against the best runners in the world. It's awesome for them, and it's great for our program.". "Before we came over here, I talked to Lauren about what the experience of the world cross country championships are all about. It was all about mixing it up with the best in the world and walking away and becoming a... (Gohuskies.com)
Track Braves Rain and Wind at Outdoor Preview Mar 30, 2008
SEATTLE - The Washington track and field team picked an unfortunate day to make their outdoor season debut, but persevered through the soggy, cold conditions to complete the UW Outdoor Preview, one of just two meets at Husky Stadium this year. Given the strong winds and steady mix of rain and snow, fast times were hard to come by in the meet which featured a collection of local small colleges and club teams. (Gohuskies.com)
Track Heads Outdoors for Preview Meet Friday Mar 27, 2008
2008 INDOOR IN REVIEW: Washington track and field was put front and center before the indoor season even began, as the Husky men earned a No. 2 preseason ranking from the USTFCCCA. An all-time high for the program, the Huskies spent the early part of the season recovering from an assortment of injuries, and never quite reached full strength. But when NCAA's rolled around, senior and junior were enough to propel the men to a 10th-place finish. (Gohuskies.com)
Demon boys' track team wraps up indoor season Mar 26, 2008
"It was another outstanding indoor for Mike," Washington track and field coach Steve Roth said. "I ran him in the 1,600 at Ames, and he responded well to that. He did well in the 400s. He ran a 2:09 half mile before he ran the 400." Junior James Libe also put the finishing touches on an exceptional indoor season, placing sixth in the shot put with a heave of 48 feet, 10 inches. (Washington Journal, IA)
Husky Men 10th, Women 22nd at NCAA Indoors Mar 17, 2008
"Our men's team never quite was at full strength this year indoors, but to have Jordan and Norris (Frederick) carry us to another Top-10 finish is a testament to how hard they have worked, and what the best of Washington track and field is all about," said head coach. Boase picked up six of UW's 17 total points with a school-record time of 46. (Gohuskies.com)
Walker Leads Host of Huskies at U.S. Indoor Championships Feb 26, 2008
Current and former Washington track and field standouts were out in force this past weekend at the U.S. Indoor Track and Field Championships held at the Reggie Lewis Center in Boston. Former Husky NCAA Champion led the way, capturing his third U.S. Indoor title in the pole vault. (Gohuskies.com)
General Indoor Meet Information Dec 30, 2007
2008 Washington Track and Field Home Indoor Meet Information :: Schedules, entry standards, driving directions and more for all UW home indoor meets in 2007 can be found below ... 2008 Washington Track and Field Home Indoor Meet Information. (Gohuskies.com)
Husky Track Earns All-Time Best No. 2 Preseason Ranking Dec 22, 2007
SEATTLE - The recent rise to prominence of the Washington track and field team was recognized on a national scale yesterday with the release of the preseason USTFCCCA Indoor Rankings, which features the Husky men at No. 2 in the nation. The ranking is the best-ever for a Washington team. (Gohuskies.com)
Huskies Thaw Out the Dempsey at Winter Preview Meet Dec 2, 2007
SEATTLE - While snow swirled just outside the walls of the Dempsey Indoor facility today, the Washington track and field team began the warming process with the first-ever UW Winter Preview. Numerous local colleges and club teams helped the Huskies open the 2007-08 track season in style, with deep jump and vault fields and several new faces in sprints. (Gohuskies.com)
Walker, Thurmond Lead 16 Huskies to U.S. Track Champs Jun 21, 2007
SEATTLE - The buildup to the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China, begins in earnest this week as three-time USA Track and Field champions and Aretha (Hill) Thurmond lead 16 current or former Washington track and field athletes to the 2007 ATOutdoor Track and Field Championships, beginning Thursday at IUPUI's Michael Carroll Stadium in Indianapolis. The list of Huskies competing includes seven Pac-10 champions, three NCAA champions, two USA Track and Field champions and one world championships... (Gohuskies.com)
Brown and Thompson Named Pac-10 Medal Winners Jun 15, 2007
led the Washington track and field team to its highest finish in 22 years at the 2007 NCAA Track and Field Championships with a third place finish in the 800-meters (1:47. 77). (Gohuskies.com)
Michigan State Announces Major Athletic Award Winners Jun 14, 2007
General Releases Michigan State University Spartans, Official Athletic Site - General Releases. After helping lead Michigan State to the national title in hockey, goaltender Jeff Lerg has been named the George Alderton Male Athlete of the Year for 2006-07. (Msuspartans.com)
Lerg Named MSU Male Athlete of Year Jun 14, 2007
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Brown Takes Third in NCAA 800-Meter Final Jun 11, 2007
" Brown was one of six Huskies to earn All-America honors at the four-day meet, including five UW men. Those outstanding performances - including a third-place long jump finish for junior , a sixth-place hammer finish for senior , an eighth-place pole vault finish for freshman and a 10th-place finish for quarter hurdler - lifted the 11th-ranked UW men into a tie for 15th in the final team standings with 16 points, equal to No. 14 Baylor and No. 15 Oklahoma. Senior third-place hurdles finish... (Pac-10.org)
Washington track and field honored by WDN Jun 10, 2007
But somehow Washington Track and Field coach Jon Blank has been able to motivate his squad and maximize its results, which inspired the Washington Daily News to name him the Boys Track and Field coach of the year ... Washington track and field coach Jon Blank credited Daniels success to his hard work, preparation and dedication to the sport. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Rosecroft fighting to stay in the race (Tim Lemke) May 5, 2007
Rosecroft chief executive officer Tom Chuckas is spearheading an effort to bring new events to the Fort Washington track, scheduling a night of boxing on May 18 and allowing the facility's 125 acres to be used for everything from rugby and soccer to a rodeo and concerts. "We're trying to create a sense of activity here and bring in some younger people, and use the facility to the best of our ability to maximize those things," Chuckas said. (Washington Times, DC)
Brown, Frederick Win Oregon Invite Titles Apr 23, 2007
For more information on Washington track and field, visit www. GoHuskies. (Gohuskies.com)
Pack boys and girls come away victorious in track meet Apr 21, 2007
The Washington track star nailed first place in the 1,600 and 3,200-meter runs, as well as a third-place finish in the triple jump. Horton said Rogers attitude is just as important to the team as her physical gifts. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Plans for Washington state track fall through Apr 4, 2007
Washington track plans fall through. Posted: Tuesday April 3, 2007 4:54PM; Updated: Tuesday April 3, 2007 4:54PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Brown, Lia Lead Strong UW Contingent at Stanford Invite Mar 30, 2007
NCAA Championships By the Numbers: Senior win in the 800 meters was the 32nd all-time by a Washington track and field at the NCAA Championships ... Frederick, Metcalf Honored by USTFCCCA: Fifth-year Washington head coach was named West Region Men's Coach of the Year and junior long jumper was named West Region Men's Field Athlete of the Year in March by the USTFCCCA. Metcalf, whose USTFCCCA honor was the first of his five-year head coaching career, has been instrumental in the revival of... (Pac-10.org)
Track Heads South for Split-Squad Action at ASU, Auburn Mar 23, 2007
The two meets will mark the outdoor season debuts for most Washington track and field athletes, including NCAA Indoor 800-meter champion (who will run the 400 meters at ASU) and five-time All-American hurdler (who will run relays at ASU) ... NCAA Championships By the Numbers: Senior win in the 800 meters was the 32nd all-time by a Washington track and field at the NCAA Championships ... Frederick, Metcalf Honored by USTFCCCA: Fifth-year Washington head coach was named West Region Men's Coach of... (Gohuskies.com)
Metcalf, Frederick Honored By U.S. Track Coaches Mar 7, 2007
Metcalf, whose USTFCCCA honor was the first of his five-year head coaching career, has been instrumental in the revival of Washington track and field since his hiring in 2002. His first four seasons have seen Washington produce five individual NCAA titles, six individual Pac-10 titles and 44 All-America award winners, including a record-breaking 19 All-Americans in 2006 alone. (Gohuskies.com)
Eleven Huskies Selected To NCAA Indoor Championships Mar 6, 2007
SEATTLE - Eleven Washington track and field athletes, including nine individuals and one relay, were among those selected Monday by the NCAA to participate in this weekend's NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships in Fayetteville, Ark. The two-day meet at Arkansas' Randal Tyson Track Center begins Friday and continues through Saturday evening. (Gohuskies.com)
Huskies Close Out Dempsey Season With Last Chance Meet Mar 2, 2007
Former Huskies Return: Two new faces on the Husky squad will be familiar to all who follow Washington track and field -- former Huskies and return to Montlake in 2007 as volunteer assistant coaches, Conwell working with UW's discus throwers, and Walker with the Husky pole vaulters. Both bring impressive pedigrees to the UW staff: 2006 graduate Conwell was a four-time top-five finisher and ranks among the Huskies' all-time best in the discus and weight throw. (Gohuskies.com)
Alumni Activities and Post-Meet Reception Feb 24, 2007
SEATTLE - The University of Washington track and field program is thrilled to invite you to come and cheer on the Husky Track Team this weekend at the 2007 MPSF Track and Field Championships at Dempsey Indoor. Washington's fifth-ranked men's team will be defending its 2006 conference title against Pac-10 foes Oregon, WSU, UCLA, Arizona, Arizona State, Cal and Stanford, as well as Big West opponent Long Beach State, and will feature numerous rising stars in the track and field world, including... (Gohuskies.com)
Classic on Tap for Nation's Top Track Teams Feb 10, 2007
Former Huskies Return: Two new faces on the Husky squad will be familiar to all who follow Washington track and field -- former Huskies and return to Montlake in 2007 as volunteer assistant coaches, Conwell working with UW's discus throwers, and Walker with the Husky pole vaulters ... 2006 In Review: The 2006 season proved to be another record-breaker for Washington track and field, with Husky athletes accounting for two NCAA titles, three Pac-10 titles, three MPSF indoor titles, and an... (Gohuskies.com)
Huskies Jump Into 2007 At UW Indoor Preview Jan 16, 2007
For complete results from Saturday's meet, or for more information on Washington track and field, visit www. GoHuskies. (Gohuskies.com)
Lawrence Tops List of Early UW Track Signees Nov 28, 2006
For the latest information on Washington track and field and cross country, visit www. GoHuskies. (Gohuskies.com)
Huskies Represent USA at NACAC Championships Jul 6, 2006
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic - Three Washington track and field athletes were among those selected to represent the United States this weekend at the 2006 North and Central American and Caribbean (NACAC) Under-23 Track and Field Championship. NCAA champions and , and four-time All-American will each compete for the USA at the three-day meet, beginning Friday in the Dominican Republic. (Gohuskies.com)
Minnitti Second, Conwell 12th at USA Track Champs Jun 26, 2006
For the latest news and notes on Washington track and field, including full results from this weekend's USA Track and Field Championships, visit www. GoHuskies. (Gohuskies.com)
UW Signee Roth Wins USA Junior Title Jun 24, 2006
- Washington track and field signee Scott Roth won the pole vault Friday at the FinishLine USA Junior National Track and Field Championships in Indianapolis, Ind. highlighting the third of five days of competition for current, former and future UW athletes at the national track championships. (Gohuskies.com)
World No. 1 Walker Leads 17 Huskies to U.S. Nationals Jun 21, 2006
- Reigning indoor world champion and two-time U.S. Olympian Aretha (Hill) Thurmond will be among 17 current, former or future Washington track and field athletes competing for national championships this weekend at the 2006 ATOutdoor Track and Field Championships, beginning Wednesday at IUPUI's Michael Carroll Stadium in Indianapolis. The list of Huskies competing includes seven Pac-10 champions, four NCAA champions, two USA national champions and one reigning world championships gold medalist,... (Gohuskies.com)
Lia, Brown Win NCAA Track Titles Jun 11, 2006
" It was a head-turning day for fans of Washington track, as a record seven Huskies earned All-America honors on a single day. In addition to the wins by Lia and Brown, placed 11th in the javelin, and the 4x400-meter relay team of Brown, , and placed eighth. Brown's All-America double, when added to those he earned indoors in the 4x400- and distance medley relays in March, made him just the second Husky in history to earn four such honors in one year. Hooker also earned four All-America honors,... (Gohuskies.com)
UW Event Recaps Jun 7, 2006
- Complete recaps of all events including Washington track and field athletes will be posted here upon the event's conclusion. This page will NOT automatically refresh. (Gohuskies.com)
Huskies Seek NCAA Track Titles in Sacramento Jun 6, 2006
On the Track: Fifteen Washington athletes -- the second-most in the 105-year history of the Washington track and field program -- head to Sacramento, Calif ... Former Husky Returns: One new face on the Husky squad will be familiar to all who follow Washington track and field -- former Husky Aretha (Hill) Thurmond returns to Montlake this year as a volunteer assistant throws coach, working alongside her husband, first-year UW assistant coach. (Gohuskies.com)
Stanback Fifth in 100-Meter Final May 16, 2006
48 seconds was the eighth-fastest in Washington track and field history, and the third-fastest ever by a UW football player. "[UW Sprints] Coach [LaMonte] Vaughn has been telling me that I could run that fast, but I didn't really believe it until then," said Stanback of his prelim effort. (Gohuskies.com)
Washington’s Ward, Daniels looking for success May 12, 2006
His sprint-style speed is something Washington track us just now taking advantage of. This year, my goals really changed, Ward said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
"Fab Four" Join Huskies For 2006 Home Track Finale May 3, 2006
"Fab Four" Lauded at Alumni Banquet: Perhaps the highlight of each year's Ken Shannon Invitational is the post-meet alumni banquet, honoring the legends of Washington track and field history ... Former Husky Returns: One new face on the Husky squad will be familiar to all who follow Washington track and field -- former Husky Aretha (Hill) Thurmond returns to Montlake this year as a volunteer assistant throws coach, working alongside her husband, first-year UW assistant coach. (Gohuskies.com)
Demons double dip at Drake Apr 29, 2006
DES MOINES - Two Washington track stars earned two Drake Relays medals this morning. Washington senior Justin Greiner placed sixth in the 100 meter dash, and junior Paige Stout placed fourth in the 100 meter hurdles. (Washington Journal, IA)
Demons' Eleven Apr 28, 2006
Washington track coaches Steve Roth and Howard Bean qualified a group of 11 talented runners for this weekend's Drake Relays, and are hoping to bring home the gold, although hopefully robbery won't be necessary. The Demons qualified 10 boys to run the Drake Relays. (Washington Journal, IA)
