New Balance Local Heroes Contest: Florida
MileSplit and FloTrack have partnered with New Balance to create the "Local Heroes" program, in order to recognize local high school distance runners who are making a real difference in the world around them.
Teixeira Transferring To FSU
After graduating from Lake Brantley last year, Otniel Teixeira, the 4A state champion in the 800 meters, decided to take his talents to the University of South Florida. Now after his first year, he has decided to take a different direction and transfer to Florida State University. He says it was time for a change.
Gay Has Triple Medal Haul In Mind For Worlds
Tyson Gay has a lofty goal in mind for August's world championships - three trips to the podium just like six years ago. (via Yahoo! Eurosport UK)
Salute To Seniors: Courtland Bernard - Sarasota High School
It was a great 2012-2013 in both cross country and track across the Sunshine State. Many of our seniors will soon be on their way to start their college careers both athletically and academically so we wanted to salute them one more time in this special feature.
Smith Gilbert to Lead USC Track and Field Programs
Caryl Smith Gilbert steps down as UCF head women's track and field coach to take position leading both men's and women's program at USC.
6/15 WKND: New Balance Outdoor Nationals Saturation Coverage! Day Three complete!
An unprecedented distance triple for Wesley Frazier with 4:39.66 mile to close it out!! Columbia, Western Branch win hot 4x4's! Michael Cherry 46.06! (Photo by Angelle Albright)
Daeshon Gordon Victorious At Jamaican National Junior Trials
While most of the Sunshine State's top athletes were competing at New Balance Outdoor Nationals in North Carolina, Boyd Anderson's Daeshon Gordon was competing against Jamaica's top athletes. Gordon whose dad is from Jamaica, was at the National Junior Trials in Kingston.
Holloway Honored as USTFCCCA National Outdoor Mens Coach of the Year
Florida head coach Mike Holloway is the 2013 U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) National Outdoor Men's Coach of the Year, announced Thursday. This is Holloway's fifth USTFCCCA National Men's Coach of the Year nod, having won three consecutive indoors from 2010-12 and earning his second straight national honor outdoors. (via www.gatorzone.com)
Freeman Takes 2nd-Straight C-USA Athlete of the Year Award
After another stellar campaign, UCF sophomore Octavious Freeman was named the Conference USA Outdoor Track Athlete of the Year.
NB Nationals: Florida Highlights - Ways, Bromell, Green, Lakewood, 4x1, McGee Champions!
Wrap-up of what the Floridians did up in North Carolina at New Balance Nationals Outdoor.
NBON Sun Preview: The 400 could be Cherry-picked, Boys 800m clash, Relay madness!
The final day of action could see many great match-ups and fast times as the chances to become a national champion become fewer. (Photo by NJRunners.com)
Salute To Seniors: Tayler Johnson - Hagerty High School
It was a great 2012-2013 in both cross country and track across the Sunshine State. Many of our seniors will soon be on their way to start their college careers both athletically and academically so we wanted to salute them one more time in this special feature.
NBON SAT Preview: Dashers fight to be fastest, 2 Mile races could be epic, Stellar field battles
The action heats up with many great races and match-ups across many events. Check it all out here! (Photo by Kyle Brazeil)
New Balance Nationals Outdoor Preview: Florida Edition
As always Florida will bring a strong contingent of athletes to Greensboro, North Carolina and this year's 2013 New Balance Nationals Outdoor will be no different. The event kicks off Friday with the marquee event being the girls and boys 5000m championship and will conclude Sunday. Our MileSplit team will be on hand throughout the weekend with thousands of photos, dozens of video interviews, and up to the minute action and results. Best of luck to all those competing this weekend!
Seminole Pair Claim Major ACC Track & Field Awards
On the heels of outstanding seasons, Florida State track & field junior Dentarius Locke and freshman Sage Watson have claimed two of the six major postseason awards presented by the Atlantic Coast Conference, following a vote of the league’s coaches.
Salute To Seniors: Nick Uruburu - Bartram Trail High School
It was a great 2012-2013 in both cross country and track across the Sunshine State. Many of our seniors will soon be on their way to start their college careers both athletically and academically so we wanted to salute them one more time in this special feature.
Athletes Who Shine Under The Radar: Who Is Erin Ford?
Having competed with Erin Ford for most of my track career, I have to say, she's one the most humble athletes to ever step on a track.
Salute To Seniors: Kevin Delgado - Miami Coral Park High School
It was a great 2012-2013 in both cross country and track across the Sunshine State. Many of our seniors will soon be on their way to start their college careers both athletically and academically so we wanted to salute them one more time in this special feature.
Devin West Joins Miami Track Coaching Staff
University of Miami director of track and field and cross country Amy Deem announced the addition of Devin West to her coaching staff. (via Hurricanesports.com)
Salute To Seniors: Cody Chernoff - Palmetto Ridge High School
It was a great 2012-2013 in both cross country and track across the Sunshine State. Many of our seniors will soon be on their way to start their college careers both athletically and academically so we wanted to salute them one more time in this special feature.
Johnson Selected to Compete at World University Games
The first B-CU athlete selected for the honor, Johnson will join the team of just 10 men and 10 women to represent the U.S. internationally, running July 9-10, at Central Stadium in Kazan, Russia in the 200m. (via www.bcuathletics.com)
Mike Kennedy's 2013 World Youth Championships Prospects- June 12th Report (Exclusive to MileSplit)
In 2011, the United States won its sixth straight IAAF World Youth Championships in Lille, France. The 2013 WYC are just months away in Donetsk, Ukraine. The U.S. team will be selected. June 25-26 at the USATF National Youth Championships in Edwardsville, Il.
Ponder Transfers To JU
The JU Track & Field team has announced Mary Kate Ponder has signed on to compete for the Dolphins next season. She ran track and cross country for Mandarin High School and spent the last season at the University of Kentucky. (via www.judolphins.com)
Andres Arroyo Posts Unprecedented Season
With few words but miles of training, Colonial's Andres Arroyo became the fastest all-around distance runner in Florida history. (via OrlandoSentinel.com)
Marvin Bracy Special Guest At Englewood Track Club Event
Professional sprinter and Florida great Marvin Bracy will be coming to Englewood to speak to the Englewood Elite Track Club and any and all spectators. The event is Saturday, June 15th at 2:00 p.m. at Ann Devers Memorial Park. The event is FREE and open to the public.
Salute To Seniors: Christopher Westfall - University High School (Orange City)
It was a great 2012-2013 in both cross country and track across the Sunshine State. Many of our seniors will soon be on their way to start their college careers both athletically and academically so we wanted to salute them one more time in this special feature.
Gators Earn 36 USTFCCCA All-America Honors
The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced All-America distinctions for the 2013 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field season. Honors are awarded for performances at the final site of the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field Championships occurring last weekend in Eugene, Ore. (via www.gatorzone.com)
Alumni Report: June 3 - June 9, 2013
The NCAA Division 1 Championships were this weekend in Eugene, Oregon. Several Florida alumni were in action competing for their respective schools. See how they fared in our Alumni Report.
Cross Country Adds Morales to Staff as Assistant Coach
In the midst of training for the fast approaching fall season, Anthony Morales has been named an assistant coach for the FGCU Men’s and Women’s Cross Country programs. (via FGCUAthletics.com)
Deem, Miami Track To Lead Morning Mile
Miami director of track and field and cross country Amy Deem will lead local youth in Morning Mile. (via Hurricanesports.com)
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