West Catholic grad and LSU JR Latavia Thomas sets 800m record at NB Collegiate and splits 52-mid Tom Borish Feb 09, 2009

LSU Junior Latavia Thomas (West Catholic), broke her own meet record in the 800 at the New Balance Collegiate Invitational this past weekend, qualifying for NCAA's. She also anchored her team provisional qualifier 4x400, splitting 52.66.

Trackshark talks with Frances Koons after her big 3K at the New Balance Collegiate Tom Borish Feb 09, 2007

 

 

Missy Buttry of Wartburg Tom Borish Jul 28, 2003

As the defending NCAA Division III Champion in cross country and the outdoor 1500 and 5000 meters, Buttry hopes to earn even more accolades during her junior year in 2004.

Adam Steele of Minnesota Tom Borish Jul 15, 2003

It was a photo finish at the line, but Minnesota's Adam Steele took the victory in the 400 meters at the 2003 NCAA Outdoor Championships. The soon-to-be senior sat down with Trackshark and talked about his season.

No longer a Gator: Rickey Harris to leave Florida Tom Borish Jun 25, 2003

According to Florida head coach Mike Holloway, two-time NCAA Champion and seven-time All-American Rickey Harris will not be enrolled in Florida for the fall and will no longer compete for the Gators.

Trackshark focus: Cantwell king of the ring Tom Borish Jun 09, 2003

70 feet is the mark many shot putters consider to be the level for achieving greatness. Missouri senior Christian Cantwell already reached that mark severral times including this season.

Trackshark focus: Holliday sets the sky on fire Tom Borish Jun 08, 2003

Nerves of steel. That

Trackshark focus: Aguilera queen of the steeple Tom Borish Jun 07, 2003

Talk about a near record performance. Arizona State senior Lisa Aguilera bettered her mark in the steeplechase with a time of 9:46.30 at the West Regional Championships.

Trackshark focus: Ferguson looks to fly again Tom Borish Jun 05, 2003

Just a freshman. That's what people are still amazed about the young Ken Ferguson of South Carolina who has proven to be one of the best hurdlers in the country right now. You don't find many athletes who excel at both the 110 and 400 meter hurdles as well.

Ball State to be the next MAC casualty Tom Borish Jun 04, 2003

In what has been already an amazing amount of men's track & field programs eliminated alone in the Mid-American Conference over the past two years, you can now add Ball State University to the list.

Lauryn Williams of Miami Tom Borish May 28, 2003

The defending World Junior Champion at 100 meters has already done wonders for the Hurricanes program at Miami. With the NCAA Championships just around the corner, Williams looks to turn even more heads.

Aki Heikkinen of Texas Tech Tom Borish May 15, 2003

As a competitor in the decathlon at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, Heikkinen should prove to be one of the more outstanding decathletes for years to come on the collegiate scene at Texas Tech.

Shauna Smith of Wyoming Tom Borish May 14, 2003

One of the more talented athletes in the country, Smith looks to compete once again at the national meet. The sophomore had a breakout season during her freshman year and hope to continue that trend.

Shameka Marshall of Rutgers Tom Borish May 13, 2003

Providing a combination of the sprints, hurdles and jumps, Marshall is a key factor in the Rutgers program. The sophomore will compete in both events at the NCAA regional meet.

Anwar Moore of St. Augustine's Tom Borish May 09, 2003

Perhaps one of the most underappreciated athletes in the country right now, Moore has proven to be one of the best hurdlers in the country. The senior hopes to turn more heads at the Division II Championships.

Lisa Aguilera of Arizona State Tom Borish May 08, 2003

Aguilera set a new PAC-10 record and personal best time of 9:51.65 in the steeplechase this season. The senior looks to cap off her collegiate career with an NCAA title in Sacramento.

Trackshark Drop Box Tom Borish May 08, 2003

The Trackshark Drop Box is a collection of recent email requests and questions we have received that covers everything and anything related to collegiate track & field and the operations of this website.

MAC losing men's track programs one after another Tom Borish May 05, 2003

Just exactly how safe is your men

Rob Meyers of Ohio State Tom Borish May 04, 2003

While breaking the elusive 4-minute mile barrier indoors, Meyers has become one of the best runners in the country. The junior looks for a national title with regional's on his home track this season.

Dan Taylor of Ohio State Tom Borish Apr 29, 2003

Almost claiming the shot put title indoors, Taylor has emerged as one of the best throwers in the nation. The junior hopes to cap off another great season with a national title to take back to Ohio State.

Peter Etoot on the run Tom Borish Apr 24, 2003

Not many people have heard of him before this year. Perhaps Alabama's Peter Etoot likes to keep it that way.

Ryan Wilson of USC Tom Borish Apr 22, 2003

As one of the top hurdlers in the nation right now, Wilson looks to capture titles in both the 110 and 400 meter hurdles at the NCAA Outdoor Championships. As one who looks up to and gets advice from Felix Sanchez, the possibilities are endless.

Sarah Reese of Auburn Tom Borish Apr 16, 2003

The 800-meter specialist from Alaska will be a major threat in the SEC this season along with a run for the NCAA Championships. With the help of her twin sister Caitlin, Sarah Reese hopes to bring Auburn to a new level.

Caitlin Reese of Auburn Tom Borish Apr 16, 2003

One of the premier middle distance runners in the SEC today, Caitlin Reese looks to score some major points at the conference meet and make nationals. The Alaska state record holder hopes to break more personal bests this season.

Andrew Rock of Wisconsin-La Crosse Tom Borish Apr 14, 2003

The Division III record-holder and multiple All-American and national champion in the 400 meters has shown great promise for even faster times this season. Rock hopes to once again stand tall along side his team for a run at the national championship.

Aarick Wilson of Indiana Tom Borish Apr 14, 2003

After taking runner-up in the triple jump and sixth in the long jump at the NCAA Indoor Championships, Wilson looks forward to grabbing the elusive national title which has been well within his reach.

Neil Warr of Utah State Tom Borish Apr 11, 2003

Already proven to be one of the more talented athletes in the javelin this season, Warr has shown great strides with his mark over 230 feet. The Utah State record-holder hopes to achieve even more accolades in his final season.

Bobby Most of Texas Tech Tom Borish Apr 10, 2003

One of the best young pole vaulters in the country today, Most has shown signs of greatness already. The All-American hopes to take home what he has always wanted: a national title.

Megan Metcalfe of West Virginia Tom Borish Apr 08, 2003

Arguably the best distance runner in the Big East, Metcalfe also placed ninth at the NCAA Cross Country Championships and is coming off a fourth place finish in the 3000 meters at the NCAA Indoor Championships. Metcalfe has faster times ahead as well.

Chi-Chi Aduba of Penn State Tom Borish Apr 04, 2003

Aduba is coming off a very successful indoor campaign where she earned All-American in both the long jump and triple jump for the Nittany Lions. Already opening the outdoor season on a high note, Aduba hopes for more hardware again.