The Run Around Iowa: Recent Episodes
Lance Bergeson
The podcast dedicated to interviews and insights on the individuals who are making headlines in distance running and triathlons in our great state. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
Megan comes on the show to recap her victory in the NCAA 3,000 steeplechase final when she produced the fifth-fastest time ever in Division III. The former Aplington-Parkersburg prep provides the highlights of her senior academic year at Central College and the rapid progress in the Dutch women's program. Megan details studying in England in the fall of 2022 and gives some of her highlights. She also talks about the transfer portal process and how she ended up choosing Oklahoma University for her final seasons of eligibility. Megan also talks about her basketball career and why she chose track and field and cross country in the end.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Kristy comes on the podcast to chat about her attempt at a world record in the 400 meters at the Iowa Senior Games in Waukee in June. Kristy talks about how the birth of her daughter motivated her return to working out, specifically track and field. She also explains why she might have to give up soccer soon. Kristy goes into detail about how she got started in track and field, including a special moment with her dad at a race. She also describe a special moment at Drake Stadium while running for Roosevelt and why her time at Iowa State was so short.
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Alli jumps on the podcast on her 22nd birthday, and Lance has a surprise for her. The former Ottumwa state champion is asked about her training group and what she has learned from former Big Ten champion Mallory Lindaman. She tells of the differences between her and twin sister Grace, who also runs for the Hawkeyes, and how they got started in running. Alli tells a funny story of how her first track meet didn't go so well and how the experience instead fostered a love for track and field. Alli details her prep career in basketball and synchronized swimming and provides her favorite places to eat in Ottumwa. Alli has a Caitlyn Clark story to tell and also provides her prep basketball career highlight that came at the expense of a current Hawkeyes player. Alli also looks ahead to this weekend's Big Ten meet and then West Prelims as she eyes her first trip to nationals in Eugene, Oregon.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Over three days at the Drake Relays, Lance interviewed many Iowa collegians and former Iowa collegians. Hear from Missouri's Kelsey Schweizer, Illinois State's Mattison Plummer, Central College's Caroline McMartin, Wartburg College's Aubrie Fisher, Iowa State'sDana Feyen, Darius Kipyego, Tyler Carreon and Emanuel Galdino, former Iowa runner Mallory Lindaman, UNI assistant track coach Alexina Teubel, former Drake runner Adam Fogg, Wartburg's Christopher Collet, Northwest Missouri's Reece Smith, Dordt University's Payton Mauldin and Craig Becker, Kansas Wesleyan's Carter Huyser, Central'sNoah Jorgenson and Addy Parrott, and William Penn and Iowa Western distance medley relay team members.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Jess comes on the podcast to talk about jumping into the Iowa road racing scene as a member of the Fitness Sports Distance Project team. She describes some fun moments she had with the team during the March Shamrock Shuffle, when she ran a new best of 29:00 for 8 kilometers. The former Johnston prep star relieves her greatest moment as an Iowa Hawkeye and how sister Brooke helped make it even more memorable. Jess also tells of some creative ways that Johnston coach Patrick Henne made cross country seasons fun. Brooke surprisingly joins the program and tells of her immediate plans. Jess also talks about an activity she likes to supplement her running.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Eric comes on the show to talk about his debut races with the new Fitness Sports Distance Project team. Eric tells how he's sure he injured his hamstring a year ago and what he did to recover from the injury. The native of Lynden, Washington, details how he ended up in Sioux Center and at Dordt. He talks about the culture of success that has been built at the small Christian NAIA school and some special memories from the school's first NAIA team championship in 2022 in Tallahassee, Florida. Eric is asked about his hobbies, and he comes up with one that reflects his Washington heritage. He also looks ahead to some possible career goals he has in running.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance starts the podcast by talking about an overnight running retreat that will be held in rural Cresco in mid-June. Then, listen to a March 22 interview with 2012 Olympian and four-time NCAA champion Lisa Uhl. Lisa talks about former teammate Betsy Saina's fine performances after having a child. She gives her thoughts on the pro career of former Cyclone great Cailie Logue, who ran at the world cross country championships on March 30, and her favorite road races. Then, Runablaze team leader Tyson Wieland comes on the program to talk about his new Iowa Road Racing League that is modeled after a series in the 1980s. Tyson also challenges Lance to come up with his top-10 Iowa road racing performances so far this decade. Both present their lists in countdown order and add in several efforts, some outside of Iowa, that were also noteworthy.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Carter talks about how he ended up going from Grand View to Kansas Wesleyan, where he is coming off his best indoor season yet. He mentions similarities between his current program and the one he left last spring. Carter talks about teammates with whom he still stays in touch with. He tells of his favorite sport and how it has taken off in popularity in his new home of Salina, Kansas. The conversation turns to hair, where Carter admits he does spend quite a bit of time getting it to look just right. He tells of runners he likes to watch and many are in the NAIA ranks. He also tells if he will be running at historic Drake Stadium again. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Brent comes on the podcast after winning his first NJCAA team title at the men's indoor meet at Gainesville, Florida, on Saturday. The former Centerville prep and Central College standout talks about the returning athletes and newcomers, including three former Iowa preps, who helped the Warriors win by 7.5 points. Brent talks about his two new assistants, both former Indian Hills athletes who stepped in to fill big roles during the team's run to a championship. He also tells of Olympic silver medalist and former Warrior Kenny Bednarek's impact on recruiting. Brent talks about the challenge of recruiting and how the team's indoor success will translate when the Warriors head to the outdoor season.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Brogan opens the podcast by talking about a rash of injuries that have stalled his professional career since joining the Tinmam Elite team after winning the USA Marathon Championships at the end of 2018. The resident of Longmont, Colorado tells why 2024 is a make-or-break year for him. The former Iowa state champion and Drake Relays champion tells of his new interests. He gives his view of the success of Tinman teammate Reed Fischer and gives his thoughts on the best races of his career. Brogan also tells why he wants to take parts of his rural upbringing to Colorado someday. He gives an update on his brother, Chandler, and gives advice on a book you should read.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance starts the podcast by mentioning the three former or current Iowa collegians who have impressed him this indoor track and field season. He takes a look back at the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials and the highs and lows for former Iowa collegians. He tells of a new road race coming to Adventureland in May and the biggest star to come to the new Fitness Sports Distance Project team. He also shares breaking news on Iowa State competing at the Penn Relays again and what that might mean for the Drake Relays.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Biya talks about his preparation going into the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials in Orlando on Feb. 3, where he will be among the top Americans to watch. The Under Armour athlete talks about the impact his coach, marathon great Ryan Hall, has made on his career. Biya, a former Sioux City North prep, also talks about what he has learned from his debut marathon in Prague in May, when he ran 2:10. He also comments on his confidence level and flying under the radar going into Orlando.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
In this interview from Jan. 6, Tyler talks about a nagging Achilles injury that has hampered his training. The former Iowa State runner, with Minnesota Distance Elite for six years, explains why he gravitated to the marathon. He talks about his 36th-place finish at the U.S. Marathon Trials in 2016 and how it propelled his career forward. Tyler, making his third trials appearance next month and the fourth former Iowa collegian interviewed in this series, details his favorite races. Tyler provides the primary reason he was disappointed when the Twin Cities Marathon was canceled in October. He talks about the difficulty of setting new personal records in the marathon after setting the bar so high. Tyler also looks at new running challenges that could be appealing.
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Mason details an injury-filled 2023 that has centered around a bad ankle. He tells his strategy for running the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials marathon on limited mileage. Mason talks about a big change in his life and describes the hectic finish in the 2022 Napa Valley marathon that allowed him to qualify for the trials in Orlando by just three seconds. He gives his opinion on the tougher marathon standards and tells if he or his girlfriend, an elite runner, score better on an age-graded scale.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Kevin is the second guest during this series on former Iowa collegians and Iowans who have qualified for the U.S Olympic Marathon Trials. Kevin talks about being a new dad and taking his family to Florida for a team training camp before the marathon in Orlando in February. He tells of overcoming a leg injury that stalled his 2023 racing season. The former Ottumwa High prep star describes the area that he wants to improve on over the next month. He also mentions the key workout he completes that gets him ready for a fast marathon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
The podcast opens with big news from Ames, where director of track and field and cross country Jeremy Sudbury was given a contract extension through 2030. Lance looks at the impact of the move on the program. Then, former Des Moines Roosevelt and Drake University star Emma Huston is interviewed to start the series on former Iowa collegians who have qualified for the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials in February. Emma talks about changing her plans after her tuneup race for the marathon, the Twin Cities Marathon, was canceled in October. The Drake record holder in the 1,500, 5,000 and 10,000 tells why she leans so much on her coach, Jacob Kaemmer. Emma details her best and worst races of her career and the biggest reason she chose to attend Drake. She also tells her favorite day of the Drake Relays and why December is a fun month for her.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance opens the podcast by talking about the Iowa State men's cross country's second top-five nationals in three seasons and two big reasons why. He also gives the highs and lows from the DIII meet in Pennsylvania. Then, listen to an interview with former Linn-Mar great Josh Evans from Nov. 10. The Iowa Gatorade Runner of the Year tells how he got his start in running. Now 27 years old, Josh tells of his recruitment to Iowa State and his struggles right off the bat under new director Martin Smith. He gives reasons for his struggles and if his departure was mutual. Josh says why he went to Division II Colorado School of Mines and why his start in Golden got off to a slow start. He tells why the Orediggers' distance medley relay All-American finish and school record were highly unlikely. Josh describes how he met his wife, Kayla, and the joy he gets coaching the Ankeny High boys cross country team. He mentions an annual tradition he and his fellow former Mines graduates keep alive each year. Josh also gives his opinion of who is the most famous Linn-Mar alum. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance opens the show by paying tribute to an Iowa State distance great who died on November 9. Then, he hits the highlights from the NCAA Division I Midwest Regional from Stillwater, Oklahoma. Then, hear interviews from Division III Midwest Regional champion Lexi Brown and fourth-place Shaelyn Hostager of team champion Wartburg College. Central College's Caroline McMartin and Megan Johnson talk about their top-10 performances and leading the Dutch to nationals for the first time in over four decades. Simpson College senior Spencer Moon talks about his fourth all-regional performance. Central senior Noah Jorgenson chats about returning to nationals after finishing eighth Saturday. Wartburg junior Sam Kinzer, another all-region performer, also comments on his season and the Knights' hopes for the national meet.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance opens the podcast with another top result from an Iowa native at the SEC championships. He delves into the Drake men's Missouri Valley Conference title and the Bulldogs' hopes for a berth at NCAA nationals. He looks back at the American Rivers Conference meet and an excellent performance by the host Central College women challenging No. 3-ranked Wartburg. He also looks at the big winners from the NJCAA Region XI meet in Creston. Then, the talk turns to the Big 12 Championships on Ames. Women's coach Amy Rudolph talks about her team's performance and the state of the program. Director of track and field and cross country Jeremy Sudbury then discusses the team's effort Saturday, mining the transfer portal, recruiting internationally and optimism for cross country nationals and track and field season. Lance then closes out the podcast by talking about Iowa athletes' run to earn U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials qualifying times.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
In this interview from October 14, Maggie talks of her quick transition to assistant coach at Black Hills State, located in Speardish, South Dakota. She tells the coaches who influenced her when she was a prep at Mount Vernon/Lisbon and why she waited until her senior year to go out for cross country. She tells when she decided to run in college and why she chose to attend Iowa State over Northern Iowa. Maggie describes how she thought her career was over before telling a funny story of meeting Iowa State's coach for the first time. She tells of the pressure she faced to stay on the Cyclone roster and struggling with "imposter syndrome" during her career. Maggie relives some of her favorite moments as a Cyclone and keeping up with her great workout partners and teammates. She tells what she learned from coaches Amy Rudolph and Jeremy Sudbury both as an athlete and assistant coach with the Cyclones last year. Maggie describes why she loves coaching and one of her favorite activities outside of track and field and cross country.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance starts the podcast with his thoughts on the IMT Des Moines Marathon under new director Jake Jass. Hear interviews from half marathon winners Cody Baele and Emma Huston and their future goals. Lance then dives into the outlook at Division I NCAA regionals for the Iowa universities when they compete at Stillwater, Oklahoma, on the second weekend in November. He also gives the prospects for the Wartburg College teams in Division III and Dordt University in NAIA. The talk shifts to a new project started by the owners of the Fitness Sports running store that should be an eye-opener. Lance discusses Ironman's new series and how that will affect the pros in central Iowa. He also mentions a former Wartburg athlete who is asking for assistance from the running community.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Jake tells about how his dad inspired him to try a triathlon and how a friend of his first go him started on working triathlons. Jake, an Ankeny High graduate and Ironman Des Moines race director, tells about changes he has made with this year's race and tweaks he hopes to make in the coming years. Jake gives his outlook on the cancelation of the Twin Cities Marathon and how that could affect his race. He goes into the decisions behind when it is unsafe to race and why the 2022 Ironman Des Moines event was held in stifling heat. He tells why the elite field has been scaled back for 2023 and one of his favorite things to do when he's not in the office or spending time with his wife and son.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance starts the episode by talking about college freshman phenom and former Ballard great Paityn Noe, who won the Chili Pepper 5K title while leading Arkansas to the team title. He talks about a big appointment for Drake Relays director and Drake director of track and field Blake Boldon, who has been very busy this summer and fall. He gives a good example of why the marathon appears alive and well in the U.S. Lance gives his thoughts on the Twin Cities Marathon cancelation Sunday and what he would have done had he been put in that situation. The podcast closes with interviews with the men's winners of the 5K and half marathon races at the 40th Capital Pursuit on Sept. 24. Austin O'Brien and Cody Baele describe their very different goals for October and November.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Sam, a Simpson College alum, tells how an invitation by coach Keith Ellingson to join the Storm cross country team in the mid-1990s changed the trajectory of his life. Sam turned that moment into something much more when he applied for a job as a web editor at the New York Road Runners. Sam tells the story of interviewing for the job and not thinking he would get it. Sam, the NYRR director of professional athletes since 2005, reveals one of the hardest days of his career in 2012. He explains why he believes the Fifth Avenue Mile is the best race in the world. He says why this race stresses him out much more than the New York City Marathon. Sam gives his view of the biggest change in distance running the past 10 years and why Iowa native Jenny Simpson is one of his favorite people in running. He also talks about how former Iowa State All-American Annie Frisbie made him a believer a couple of years ago and the process of moving elite runners from Midtown Manhattan to Staten Island on marathon morning.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance goes solo for this show. He talks about two men who ran for Iowa colleges who will be racing for Team USA at the World Road Racing Championships in Latvia next month. He tells why the decision by the City of Des Moines and Drake University to create a world record sign downtown will appear foolish soon. He talks about marathons upcoming for two of the best American marathoners, former Iowa State greats Betsy Saina and Annie Frisbie. He tells of changes with Iowa runners at the Minnesota Distance Elite team and gives well-wishes to a former Iowa ultramarathoner who is recovering from a terrible car accident. He closes the show by giving his top villains in marathoning for 2023.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance starts the podcast by highlighting some of the best performances by Division I athletes from Iowa in season-opening cross country races. He also gives his view on conference realignment and if it will affect NCAA Division I teams. He offers his take on the recent World Athletics Championships and talks about an upcoming road race to put on your calendar. Lance also talks about his next project for the podcast. Josh Yeager then comes on to talk about a recent trip he took. The former Drake athlete now with the Minnesota Distance Elite team tells what he has learned from a younger Josh who battled injuries while running for the Bulldogs. He also provides his support system that got him through the rough times in the last year when he thought he his pro career might be at an end. Josh also takes a look at what his racing season could look like in the fall and winter.
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Kyle comes on in an interview from August 22 to talk about where the top two seniors in the Class of 2023 - record-breaking Jackson Heidesch and Paityn Noe - will be running at this fall. Kyle, a former assistant coach at Iowa State, also tells where some other top graduates will be running out outside of Iowa. Then, Kyle takes a deeper dive into Iowa's four Division I and the freshmen who have signed to attend those schools. The conversation shifts to the top seniors to watch for the 2023 high school cross country season as well as a few underclassmen who should impress this year and coming years. Kyle also gives his view on the teams to beat in the four classes for boys and girls cross country.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Kyle, the director of women's track and cross country at the University of Utah, comes on the program to address Utah's move to the Big 12 Conference and the impact it will have, if any, on recruiting and scheduling with the women's teams. He talks about the outlook for the Utes in their final cross countey season in the Pac-12. Kyle looks back at the special weekend he had coming back to Iowa in April, when his his team won the Relays Cup at the Drake Relays. He tells about growing up in Webster City and the impact his coaches and youth leaders had on him, and when he made the decision to focus on cross country instead of football. He also looks back at the Chris Bucknam era at Northern Iowa and the challenges that the Panthers face competing in the improved Missouri Valley Conference. Kyle also talks about his family and if his two young daughters have shown an interest in cross country and track.
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MacKenzie talks about her new coaching job at her alma mater - Iowa Central Community College - and the process of coming back to coach with director of track and field Dee Brown. She also explains why she enjoys Fort Dodge so much. The former Dubuque Senior standout explains what she learned from coaching at Gustavus Adolphus in Minnesota last spring and when she knew she wanted to become a runner in college. MacKenzie tells the story of how she ended up at Iowa Central and then at Minnesota State. She talks about her memorable final cross country season with Minnesota State when the Mavericks made history by qualifying for nationals. McKenzie also details a big reason why Dubuque produces so many standout runners.
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Lance opens the podcast by talking about some news involving Drake University All-American Isaac Basten, Drake Relays director Blake Boldon and cross country scheduling. He then gives his opinion on who deserved to win the Iowa State Female Athlete of the Year Award. Then, some of the top athletes from the July 29 Quad-City Times Bix 7 race are featured. Bix winner and USA 7 Mile champion Biya Simbassa, top Quad-Citian Devin Allbaugh and University of Iowa All-Big Ten runner Max Murphy give their insights on their races and their futures. The monthly interview from July 26 with former Center Point-Urbana prep and Drake athlete Josh Yeager concludes the show. Josh tells of his trip back to Iowa, a familiar face joining his Minnesota Distance Elite team and where he plans to jump into a race in the next two months.
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Tyson comes on the show to discuss the good and disappointing from last weekend's Ironman 70.3 triathlon. The former Iowa Central and Johnston High runner talks about how a poor 2022 triathlon racing season had changed his outlook for this season. Tyson discusses athletes on the Runablaze team who are shooting for earning a spot in the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. The Des Moines resident details some ideas he has to boost the in-state rivalry with fellow race teams Running Wild Elite and Crown Running and the organization of October's Blazing 5K race. He talks of how he met his future wife Elise, a former Southeast Warren runner, and why he had doubts they would have a second date. Tyson tells of how their honeymoon to New York showed how Elise is the perfect partner for him. He describes the perfect scenario where he returned to John Deere as a product design engineer this year and his family's long history with the company. Tyson says a younger brother could be following in his path as a swimmer and tells if he wants to remain a cat dad.
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Nick comes on the show to tell where he is headed after recently graduating from Notre Dame with a master's in business administration. Nick tells where he gains his inspiration for achieving so much in his life academically and athletically. He describes his early years as a runner starting out and how big sister McKenzie, a former Alabama and Vanderbilt runner, provided a tough act to follow. Nick mentions a tough state cross country meet with his Pleasant Valley High team and why the meet was memorable years later. He talks about an eating disorder that he struggled to beat while running at the University of Georgia and who helped him get back to a positive position. Nick relives an odd COVID-19 year with the Bulldogs and how graduating from Georgia in just three years created a different obstacle. He tells of his deep involvement with the LGBTQ+ group at Notre Dame and the circumstances behind him telling his friends, teammates and family he was gay. Nick finishes the show by detailing the experiences he learned from doing the marathon, including Boston in April when he was the top finisher from Iowa, and why he believes this October's Chicago Marathon will be his best marathon yet.
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Lance starts the podcast by giving a bit of the behind-the-scenes details it took to complete the podcast with Cailie Logue. He talks about a recent race from Shelby Houlihan and a big move from former Pleasant Valley prep Devin Allbaugh. Lance also mentions an athlete he is interested in watching at the USA Championships that start Thursday. He also tells of his experience running in New York on vacation. Josh Yeager then comes on the program to chat about strides he is making in his return from injury and exercises he does to improve his core and hips. Josh also tells when he thinks he could return to racing.
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Cailie joins the program just over a week after finishing sixth at the NCAA Track and Field Championships in the 5,000 and 10,000 meters. Cailie talks about her final races as a Cyclone and how she prepared for the heat of Austin, Texas. She discusses the differences in coaching philosophy from Andrea Grove-McDonough to her current coach, Amy Rudolph, and the lessons she learned from "Coach Amy." She tells if she will be pursuing a professional career and staying in Ames for a while pursuing her master's degree. Cailie tells the reasons she decided to attend Iowa State over her other primary finalists, Oklahoma State and Arkansas. Cailie describes the special relationship the team's distance runners have with Lisa (Kohl) Uhl and is asked who she thinks will be the next breakout distance running star for the Iowa State program next year. She talks about growing up on Erie, Kansas, and why she appeared destined to become a distance runner. Cailie is quizzed on one specific piece of knowledge about Iowa State and she finishes the show with her thoughts on her teammates and her time in the Cyclone program.
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Before the interview, Lance pays his respects to former Storm Lake St. Mary's prep star Paul Yak, who was found dead near a trail in Delray Beach, Florida, on May 26. Then he brings on Emma Gordon, who started a podcast called Hawt Guy with fellow Hawkeye Maddie Block just over a year ago. He asks he how they came up with the name and their most memorable shows and if the podcast will ever come out of a hiatus. The former Ankeny Centennial prep talks about her standout final cross country season with the Hawkeyes, when she was 18th at the Midwest regional in Columbia, Missouri. Emma shares why that race was especially memorable for her. She chats about an experiment that went wrong during the most recent outdoor season. Then she delves into her prep career that started at Mediapolis. Her first love was soccer, but Emma says a bit of bad timing led her to cross country and distance running for good at Centennial her junior year. Emma tells of her embarrassing first practice at Centennial. She then lists some of the universities that turned her down when she was hoping to run in college and the story of how she eventually ended up at Iowa. Emma mentions if there is more running in her future and her internship in downtown Des Moines this summer. She also tells her favorite thing about living in Iowa City.
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Carrie participated in the 2022 Ironman World Championships at Kona. She tells of the struggles she and other triathletes faced during brutal conditions at the 2022 Ironman Des Moines race. She describes how technology has changed in the sport from her first triathlon at the Hy-Vee event in 2008. Carrie gives listeners an idea of a typical week of workouts that includes one long bike ride and one long run. She says why she's a big supporter of the YMCA and how her family has to be on board with her decision to do an Ironman. Carrie talks about her early days in track and field and how she was a star jumper and hurdler, not a distance runner, at Wall Lake View Auburn High School. She details one of her favorite memories in sports that came immediately after a big disappointment. She describes what she could write on her wrist for inspiration at Sunday's race and an impact she hopes to make even before Sunday's race. Carrie also shares her names for her bikes, the first which was a $400 model.
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The sophomore talks about a strong conclusion to her sophomore season with the Panthers that included her coming within 7 seconds of qualifying for the NCAA West Prelims in the 3,000 steeple. Emma tells of the meeting she arranged with UNI coaches to see if they were interested in bringing her aboard and her reasons for leaving Hawkeye Community College one academic year early. Emma gives her reasons why she decided at age 18 to get rebaptized and her special relationship with former Charles City rival and now Iowa State runner Kiki Connell. Emma details the art of the steeplechase event and listen where she uses the phrase "kick people's butts." The church youth leader tells of how a meeting with former Iowa State great Abby Caldwell helped change the trajectory of her prep running career. Emma gives the background behind the Waverly-Shell Rock Go-Hawks nickname and why she periodically deletes her Instagram account. She also tells of a special friend and the fun trip they took and whether her hair if naturally curly.
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The podcast opens with a new intro song, followed by acknowledgment of the work done by Chris Burch. Burch started his new job as operations director of the Principal Charity Classic on April 27. Lance tells of the many accomplishments Chris achieved in nearly 18 years at the helm of the IMT Des Moines Marathon and who has succeeded him in the role. Josh Yeager then comes on the program for a monthly chat to talk about his slow return to running. Josh also gives his opinion on the state of professional running and if the Drake Relays was hurt by too many competing meets. He also is asked his ideal spring racing season were he to target racing at the U.S. Track and Field Championships in early July.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Rebekah comes on to discuss her health, which includes a diagnosis of Lyme disease. The resident of Wichita says she still suffers the effects from the disease and assorted ailments connected to the problem. Rebekah talks about a tough transition to college academics and the struggles that came with it. She discusses her recent performances on the track and why she hasn't given up on running professionally. She also tells why she turned down a chance at modeling not too long ago and how she is focusing on her health.
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Lance offers his frank assessment of the Drake Relays and where director Blake Bolden and the Drake administration need to improve for future years and if the traditional bad weather for the event can ever be overcome. He also looks at Upper Iowa's decision to eliminate men's track and field and cross country and if there are other programs in Iowa that could be on the chopping block.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance opens the podcast by talking about a new 15,000-square-foot addition to the Lied Center that will be a huge benefit to the Cyclone track and field, cross country and wrestling programs. He gives his thoughts on the upcoming Drake Relays and why California is now the place for collegians to race for fast times. Then, Josh Yeager comes on to talk about his slow return back to running, starting a new job, his preferred shoes and his good and bad memories from past Drake Relays events.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Eleonora takes a break between classes to talk about her journey to Iowa and Fort Dodge for two years and if she likes her current home in Canyon, Texas, better than Fort Dodge. The reigning NCAA Division II steeplechase champion chats about what she thinks about late in races. Eleonora, a native of Turin, Italy, describes why she doesn't join her family in downhill skiing, a popular activity in her home city. She talks about her favorite stadium she had competed in and remembers her memorable races at Division II outdoors last year and cross country nationals four months ago. Eleonora tells of dating a fellow runner for the past four years and why her small apartment is a hub of activity most nights. She also gives insight into her chances of winning a repeat national title in May.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance was at the Iowa Wolves indoor marathon, held on conjunction with the IMT Des Moines Marathon and DMOS on March 22 to interview all four runners - Jan Atchison, Dennis Haney, Bruck Huckfeldt and Kiersten Hathaway. All four finished their marathons and offer their feelings on the experience - both highs and lows. Then, listen to an interview with Dordt University seniors Joe Anderson and Trey Engen. They helped the Defenders win the men's NAIA cross country title in November - the school's first team title in any sport. The former Central Lyon-GLR and Algona High runners talk about their memorable first meeting, the championship culture in Sioux Center and Joe's marriage last summer and hobby away from running. After Joe has to leave, Trey chats about the road to becoming a lawyer and challenging for an NAIA outdoor title in May.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance opens the podcast with an honor for a former Iowa State grad. Then, he airs portions of an interview he conducted with sports broadcaster John Anderson, who works the track and field and New York City Marathon events for ESPN. John talks about his love of Iowa, affection for the Drake Relays, why he went to broadcasting track and field and what the sport has to do to attract more viewers. Iowa Wolves marketing leader Chip Albright then talks about a marathon that will be held at Wells Fargo Arena on Wednesday during an Iowa Wolves game. Chip talks about his inspiration for the promotion, getting Chris Burch and four members of the IMT Des Marathon committee on board and if this an event that could be duplicated in the future. Then, Josh Yeager comes on to talk about more injuries that have derailed his spring track season. The former Center Point-Urbana star also chats about a big change upcoming in his life.An update from the former Center Point-Urbana prep on more leg injuries.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
Isaiah talks about last weekend's NAIA national indoor meet when he racked up his 10th and 11th All-American honors. Isaiah describes his run to the NAIA 1,500-meter title a year ago in Alabama. The former Pekin athlete who won four state titles as a senior in 2018 to lead the Panthers to the Class 1A team title tells when he decided to fully commit to track and field. Isaiah details how he chose Grand View and how he met his future wife, Sara. He talks about becoming a new father in May and some challenges that will entail. Isaiah also shares one of his hobbiesaway from running and if he will try for a repeat NAIA 1,500 championship in May.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
Shayla comes on the podcast to talk about how she ended up in sunny Southern California. She details her incredible first season with the Gauchos when she led the men's team to a conference title. Shayla tells of her growth as a coach with the Under Armour Dark Sky team in Flagstaff, Arizona before coming to California. She describes her journey in running from Northern Iowa to Utah and when she knew it was time to retire from professional running. She also shares one big similarity her program shares with Northern Iowa. She gives an update on younger sister and 2016 Olympian Shelby Houlihan, who is just over halfway through an Athletics Integrity Unit ban after a failed drug test and how she and her family surprised Shelby recently. Shayla tells if she recruits Iowa even though the Gauchos have a roster heavy with Californians. She also gives her thoughts on whether runners are predestined to be elite based on their genes.
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The Olympian from Israel and former NJCAA athlete of the year in cross country and track tells of her funny story of coming to Fort Dodge and Iowa and not being prepared for what she would find. Adva, a new member of the Under Armour Mission Run Dark Sky Distance team in Flagstaff, Arizona, talks about her late start in running and why, in part, she became a professional runner at age 26. Adva shares one big reason she is good at the steeplechase and why she hasn't raced since August. The native of Jerusalem talks about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in her home region. The three-time first-team All-American for New Mexico tells of her favorite place she has visited, her experiences of running in the Olympics and if she expects to have tough competition in the Israeli trials for the Paris Olympics next year.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
Lance starts the podcast by talking about the preponderance of records broken in track and field and whether the technology makes these records inflated. He also talks about the Ironman 70.3 event coming to Des Moines. Then Josh comes on to chat about his first month back running from a stress reaction in his leg. The former Center Point-Urbana prep and Drake athlete also goes into some cons with running on the treadmill and outdoors in Minnesota in February. Josh is also asked about his opinion on shoe technology. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
Hear interviews from Iowa State's Cebastian Gentil, a winner in the men's 800 meters. Drake University junior Isaac Basten, the winner in the men's mile, Indian Hills coach Brent Ewing, Northern Iowa sophomore and former Waverly-Shell Rock prep Emma Hoins, former Dowling Catholic runner Tyler Schweizer, now running for Saint Louis University, Drake Relays director Blake Boldon and changes with that event and Iowa State junior Janette Schraft, a former Glenwood prep.
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Mike comes on the show to talk about his victory the day before in an 800 meters at the University of Iowa. He also chats about running the No. 2 effort all-time in the 600 meters in Davenport the week before that clinched USTFCCA national athlete of the week honors. Mike details his wrestling background that included an appearance at state and injuries that derailed several of his seasons. He talks about the different dynamic of running 5Ks in cross country and then sprints and hurdles in track and field. Mike describes 40 of the most memorable minutes of his life when he made history at the Drake Relays with a pair of high school titles in three races. He also tells of the moment when Loras coaches knew he would no longer be running 400 hurdles and instead concentrate more on 800s. Mike talks about his new bride Beth, her influence on him and their honeymoon in August. He also tells of goals he has this season and beyond.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
The podcast opens with news on a new Iowa State assistant track and field coaching hire. Then, former Center Point-Urbana prep standout Josh Yeager comes on to provide his progress from a stress reaction in his leg. The Minnesota Distance Elite athlete tell of his adjustment to using a product called LightSpeed Lift, which reduced his body weight by 25 pounds while running on a treadmill. Josh also talks about a test that showed he has low bone density and what's next in his plan. He also chats about adding a dietitian and changes he is making with his food intake.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
Dan talks about a move back to the Eastern time zone, to Vermont/New Hampshire, during the pandemic to train with longtime American standout Ben True. He goes into detail what working with Ben has meant to him. Dan also describes how his interest in mountain/elevation running got started. He talks about his time in Ames and how team tactics were used in many championship races. He also gives his viewpoint on why the Martin Smith era ended a couple years ago. Dan tells why he feels he has a gift for mountain running and the popularity of the sport in Europe. He also tells some of the challenges he encountered while racing in Italy last September.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
The podcast starts with a few news items involving track teams in Iowa. The top audio segments from 2022 are introduced, in chronological order. They include stories and conversation from former Davenport Assumption a d Iowa athlete Mallory King; former Marion and Mount Mercy prep Annie Ertz; former Cedar Falls prep and current Northwest Missouri State athlete Caroline Cunningham; Des Moines marathoner John Taylor III; former Des Moines Christian prep Oksana Johnson; former Western Dubuque and Wartburg College runner Joe Freiburger; former Crestwood prep and current Baylor student Ellie Hodge; professional triathlete Jess Smith of Clive; former Sioux City North and current South Dakota runner Merga Gemeda; former Iowa State All-American Hillary Bor; former Earlham High prep Andrea Haus; and former Marion High and current Maranatha Baptist runner Jeremy Fopma.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
Jeremy comes on to talk about his fourth consecutive National Christian College Athletic Association Division II cross country title won last month in Missouri while running for Maranatha Baptist on Wisconsin. Jeremy chats about pursuing a master's of divinity degree and about his marriage to Maddy. He describes how he wants to dedicate time in the future toward a professional running career, with an eye on qualifying for a U.S. Olympic Trials race. He also tells of an unglamorous summer job that has taught him several lessons. Jeremy tells of his large family and how he got his start in running. He also describes his memorable state track and field individual title that boosted Marion to a state team championship. Jeremy also is asked a question to show how he has matured in just a short time. He also is asked about an inspirational athlete who has encouraged him during his time at Maranatha in Watertown.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
Andrea comes on the show to talk about her marathon debut, a 3:02 at the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon last month in challenging conditions. She tells if she has gotten the marathon bug or if this dare from her friends has been completed. Andrea, a former Hamline University all-conference runner and coach, tells how she ended up as the marketing and events coordinator at Mill City Running in the Twin Cities and the joy she experiences with her job. Andrea also explains what a speckler does. The former 15-time state track qualifier in middle distance events at Earlham talks about the special role she played in her best friend's wedding. Andrea also shares a fun race that she will be participating in in March. She also tells some of her favorite foods as well as new workouts she thought she would never enjoy when she was at Hamline.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
The podcast opens with a tribute to Bill Bergan, the Iowa State men cross country and track coach who died on November 22. Lance details Bergan's tremendous impact on the program, including two NCAA team titles and 25 Big 8 titles. Lance talks about Ironman's change with its signature Ironman World Championship in 2023 and gives a possible solution in place of a split event. Lance then recaps the final college cross country championship of 2022, the NCAA Division II meet near Seattle. Regular guest Josh Yeager then comes on the show to talk about a stress reaction in his tibia occurred and how the injury and recovery will affect his indoor track season. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lance-bergeson8/support
The podcast opens with Dordt University men's cross country team's first NAIA team championship. It's also the first NAIA championship of any kind in school history. Coach Nate Wolf also talks about the historic victory. In the NCAA Division III nationals meet, the Wartburg men took second nationally and the women were third. Hear how their finishes came about. Loras College's Kassie Parker became a repeat champion after dominating the women 6K race. A former Iowa Western star led Alabama's charge to a high finishes by taking sixth in the NCAA Division I meet in Oklahoma. In the NCAA Division II regionals, Iowa natives Caroline Cunningham and Myles Bach as well as two former Iowa Central stars led their teams to nationals with top-five finishes. The podcast concludes with the Iowa Central women's national championship in the half marathon a week ago in Florida.
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Kyle comes on the podcast to talk about the top seniors who ran recently at the Iowa state cross country meet. The three-time state qualifier at Central Elkader and former Loras College captain also describes some of the top underclassmen who should be on the radar of Iowa's top college programs. Kyle, the director of corporate communications at the Iowa Sports Foundation, is asked by Lance to give his thoughts on some notable college runners from Iowa. The two also talk about Saturday's NCAA meets and who are the teams to watch. Kyle, a former coach at Iowa State under Martin Smith, also gives his opinion on the state of the program under Jeremy Sudbury.
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The show leads off with the Iowa Central men's performance at NJCAA nationals in Tallahassee. The Tritons finished national runner-up, their ninth top-two finish at nationals in 10 years. Lance them breaks down the top performances in NCAA Division I regionals Friday. They include four Iowa State runners and one Drake Bulldog qualifying for rhe meet in Stillwater, as well as Iowans on the Arkansas and Notre Dame men's teams. He talks about the impressive showing by the Wartburg College teams at the Division III meet in Illinois. Loras star Kassie Parker will be joined by both of the Duhawks teams at nationals. Several other individuals from Simpson, Central and Luther also have qualified for nationals in Michigan on Saturday and Lance lists those athletes.
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Josh recaps his performance at the USA 10-mile Championships in the Twin Cities in early October. The former Center Point-Urbana prep finds some positives with his race. Josh talks about the differences in his racing schedule now as compared to college. He also chats about the benefits of taking rest at the pro level (something he will be doing now).
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Lance opens the podcast by offering some highlights of Iow collegians during a busy weekend of NCAA Division I and III conference and NJCAA regional meets. He attended the American Rivers Conference meet in Indianola on Saturday and provides interviews with Loras College Conference champion Kassie Parker, Wartburg College ARC champion Christopher Collet, runner-up Aubrie Fisher and Knights coach Ryan Chapman, men's runner Luke Guttormson of Loras, Simpson all-conference runner Spencer Moon and Central College all-league athlete Caroline McMartin. Lance then jumps into road racing and interviews the longtime race director of the 36-year Run for the Roses race, Don Muff, and the race's move to downtown Ames this year.
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Hillary talks about his recent USA 10-mile Championships victory in the Twin Cities when he survived a bloody fall. Hillary mentions how much longer he plans to run the 3,000 steeplechase before he goes full-time to the roads. He talks about his days in Ames and his favorite things to do as a student there about a decade ago. Hillary also says he remains a big fan of Cyclone sports teams.. He describes his Army commitment and his duties as a staff sergeant. He chats about his life in Colorado Springs and his training philosophy. Hillary also talks about his best career moments and running in front of the home fans at the World Championships in Oregon in July.
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The podcast opens with Lance's top thoughts on Sunday's IMT Des Moines Marathon. He turns to college cross country and answers the question if there should be panic with the Iowa State men. He also gives some praise to some smaller school performers over the weekend. The podcast concludes with audio from IMT winners Sammy Rotich and Blake Whalen, runners-up Cody Baele and Samantha Wingert, fourth-place Kallin Carolous Khan as well as a tough day for defending men's half marathon champion Mason Frank.
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Listen to audio from men's winner and former Iowa State NCAA champion Edwin Kurgat, who set a new record at Water Works Park. Lance also interviews current Cyclone graduate students Ashley Tutt, the women's winner Sunday, and multi-time Big 12 champion Cailie Logue. Also interviewed is the top male from Iowa, Austin O'Brien and his Runablaze Iowa teammates Blake Whalen and Caleb Appleton. Former Wartburg College standouts Carina Collet and Jessica Hruska also talk about their races.
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The podcast starts with thoughts from Runablaze Iowa's Cody Baele on his win at the 39th Capital Pursuit races, where three state road racing records were set Sunday. Lance talks about his upcoming appearance as a guest on a different podcast and updates listeners on three new Runablaze and one new Running Wild Elite athletes. Josh Yeager then comes on to talk about his preparation and stepping up in distance for the USA 10 Mile Championships on Sunday. He also gives some background on the Minnesota Distance Elite team and challenges of holding down a full-time job.
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Merga comes on the podcast to talk about her performance last week at the Coaching Tree Invitational, where he finished 17th against a stellar field in Bloomington, Indiana. Merga chats about overcoming an injury last fall to become all-conference again. He describes coming to Iow from Ethiopia when he was 12 and the biggest adjustments he had to make. Merga also goes into the Coyotes' rivalry with South Dakota State. Merga also talks about the change in coaches and how he is eager to see the results from a new training plan. He goes into detail about goals for the cross country and track seasons in his last year of competition in Vermillion.
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Lance introduces the listeners to Jess, who has been racking up wins in area running races the past couple years since moving to Iowa. Jess talks about her interest in triathlon that started as a strong youth swimmer in Kansas. She chats about her development as a triathlete in Texas and overcoming a rough leadup to win an age group world championship in Las Vegas. Jess talks about her early struggles as a professional and steps she took to capitalize on her potential that included a pair of third-place finishes at Ironman events in 2014 and 2016. Jess details the disappointment of having to pull out of Ironman Des Moines in June and also ways she stays on top of her game at age 40. Jess, the leader of an all-female triathlon coaching group, offers tips to help triathletes break through mental barriers and also training suggestions. She also previews her chances at Sunday's Ironman Wisconsin, where a win clinches a spot at the 2023 Ironman World Championships in Kona.
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Josh comes on to tell about his running background, as a state runner-up to Thomas Pollard while running at Center Point-Urbana, an injury-plagued career at Drake University before a special final NCAA season at South Dakota State. Josh chats about his first season as a professional, which included several standout indoor races and his best moment outdoors: hint, it came in Iowa. He also chats about how injuries derailed his outdoor season. He also talks about the special connection between Minnesota's pro racing team and Iowa collegians.
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Lance opens the podcast with news on former Drake assistant Lindsay Crevoiserat landing with the Wisconsin program. It includes news on former Iowa State All-American Hillary Bor, a death in the Northern Iowa running family and updates on rosters for Runablaze Iowa and the Running Wild Elite teams. Lance concludes the show by announcing an exciting new year-long project with former Center Point-Urbana prep and Drake University runner Josh Yeager.
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Adam is the first international guest on the podcast and he explains the decision to change his citizenship to Great Britain from Australia, where he ran during his formative years before going to Drake. Adam talks about the process of turning professional with the Under Armour Mission Run Baltimore team and his first races as a professional in Europe and then recently in Massachusetts. He chats about the decision to come to Drake and the pipeline of runners who have come to the university from Australia, France, Tunisia and other nations. Adam talks about the tough ending to his senior season this spring and the story of having his appendix taken out. He also shares the positive aspect to having the final few weeks to stay on campus with college friends. He goes into detail on improvements he needs to make to compete with the best group of milers in the world - many of whom are from his own adopted country. Adam also talks about the chances he might run on the Blue Oval at the Drake Relays again.
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Ellie talks about her whirlwind engagement and upcoming wedding on August 13 to Ryan Hodge, a fellow runner at Baylor University. She chats about how the two met and also about going to seminary at Baylor a year ago to pursue a master's degree in the ministry. Ellie talks about a change in coaching at the Waco school as well as a knee injury that stalled her progress last season. The South Dakota State school record holder in the 1,500 mentions why she changed from pursuing a sports administration job at the college level. Ellie talks about why she spurned going to Iowa and Iowa State to run for Rod DeHaven at SDSU. She also talks about the highs of winning four Iowa state track and field titles as well as a state basketball title as a senior. Ellie talks about the famous "bun" and how she set a trend among college athletes. She also chats about Baylor's outlook for the upcoming cross country season.
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Lance opens the podcast by giving his thoughts on the future of track and field in America after the thrilling 10 days of the World Athletics Championships. He also gives his favorite moment of the event at Hayward Field. He also delves into a newsy period in July that included a coaching change at NJCAA champion Iowa Western, a generous move by a former Iowa State great, a big change affecting the Bowerman Track Club's, the end of a road racing tradition and a competition change for the upcoming Paris Olympics.
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Ean talks about how jumping into Spartan obstacle races brought him back into running about eight years ago. It came after running sparingly and entering races infrequently after an All-American and Iowa Conference championship career in the 800 at Cornell College. Ean chats about starting his own construction business while at the Mount Vernon school. He talks about when he knew he was ready to take a stab at the Iowa masters 5K record, which he set last September in Des Moines. The Running Wild Elite athlete, who says his easy days are run at about 7-minute mile pace, explains why he goes indoors for many of his tough workouts. Ean chats about his wife, Abby, and four kids and the interest they are showing in running. He talks about his motivation after turning 40 and an advantage he could have over other men on the masters records lists.
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Lance opens the podcast by talking about a new head track and field coach at Drake who is familiar to Bulldogs fans. He also talks about former Bulldog great Adam Fogg signing with a pro team. Then the podcast shifts to three road races that Lance says are withering. He provides thoughts on how the three races can return to their glorious past.
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Joe opens the show by talking about his legacy at Wartburg, which included 11 American Rivers Conference titles, with eight coming in track and field. Joe also chats about his move to Portland in September, when he will take a tax position with Deloitte and will be running for the BTC Elite team. He is busy now studying for the CPA exam. Joe talks about unfinished running goals, which includes breaking 14 minutes in the 5,000 meters. He also breaks down a recent race weekend where he ran a 5K in Michigan and turned around and raced in a mile in Wisconsin. He talks about the notorious workout at Wartburg that separated the men from the boys each fall. Joe also talks about his special relationship with longtime girlfriend Kylie.
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Oksana talks about pursuing her master's degree in early childhood therapy at South Dakota State. She goes into detail the struggles she has felt being a Division I athlete and student while juggling a job. She tells of meeting her husband Bryce and how he balances her life. Oksana also tells of her life in a Russian orphanage and the changes she experienced coming to an American family. Oksana tells of being a difficult child for her loving family and needing to mature in high school and college. She also describes the moment when she knew she loved the sport of running. Oksana also tells of wanting to stay involved with the Jack's program.
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Lance opens the podcast by talking about Sammy Rotich's runner-up finish in Duluth, Minn, on Saturday. He also shares a story of meeting Sammy for the first time. Other top performances at Grandma's came from former Iowa Hawkeye and Ottumwa prep Kevin Lewis, former Iowa State athlet Andrea Toppin of Clear Lake and also Jen Van Otterloo of Sioux Center. The report also features several former Wartburg College runners. Abby Caldwell comes on the show for a final time to talk about the All-American showing by Iowa State's Jason Gomez at nationals and former Cyclones faring well in road racing.
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Lance opens the podcast by chatting about the outstanding performance by Iow State junior Jason Gomez in the 800 at NCAAs in Eugene. He also talks about Drake's Isaac Basten going for broke in the 1,500 final and running a gutsy race. The focus then turns to last weekend's inaugural Ironman Des Moines event. Lance gives his thoughts on the course, competition and brutal heat, with comments from men's pro winner Matt Hanson. The race report resumes with the best from Portland, including a win in the 1,500 from Karissa Schweizer and a seventh from a former Iowa Central runner. He also talks about a season-best performance from former Iowa Hawkeye Erik Sowinski in the 800 at the NYC Grand Prix.
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Matt comes on the show to talk about his prospects for a win at Sunday's Ironman Des Moines, which serves as the U.S. Championships. The Buena Vista University graduate is the favorite to win in his return to racing in Iowa and will wear the No. 1 bib Sunday. Matt chats about the confidence he gained from a runner-up finish at the 70.3 U.S. Championships in Chattanooga two weeks ago. Matt also describes the challenge of racing a full Ironman after a big effort two weeks ago. He talks about changes in triathlon and the new professional triathlon circuit that will be a threat to Ironman's hold on the longer triathlon distances. Matt also talks about his strategy for Sunday's race and building a social media presence and building the Matt Hanson triathlon coaching service.
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Carson comes on the show to kick off a big week of coverage for the Ironman Des Moines event on Sunday. Carson, a Cedar Rapids Washington and Luther College grad, is in the men's pro field in Sunday's race. He is coming off a victory in Sunday's Pigman Triathlon in Palo that took place after this interview. Carson talks about his journey that began when he was a swimmer at Washington and Luther to becoming a triathlon coach in Colorado and starting his own company, Torden Multisport, in 2017. Carson also goes into detail about his journeys, which have included stops in Germany and his new home of Taiwan with wife Jamie, an engineer with a cycling company. He mentions the experiences he has had over two years in the city of 2.5 million people. Carson also chats about winning cycling races in Taiwan and advancing to racing in the Xterra series. Carson also talks about how he hopes to surprise many of his rivals in Sunday's race using a product from fellow Iowan TJ Tollakson.
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Lance opens the podcast by giving his top 10 performances, either individually or by a team, from the past two weeks of NJCAA, NCAA and NAIA nationals, as well as NCAA Division I prelims. Two professional athletes also make his list. Former Iowa State All-Big 12 runner Abby Caldwell then comes on the program to give an update on Cailie Logue and to talk about the Cyclone distance runners who are headed to nationals in Eugene in less than two weeks.
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John Taylor III lives by the adage, "Go for your dreams." John has overcome physical challenges over the years to become the first Iowa man to join the Boston Marathon Quarter Century Club. This club is for runners who have qualified for and finished 25 consecutive Boston Marathons. John is also only the second Iowan to join this prestigious list. He talks about the close calls that nearly ended the streak, including blood clots in his legs, a terrible bicycle accident and qualifying for the marathon one year on the day before the opening of registration. John also tells of nearly throwing away the streak one year at Boston. John chats about his most memorable experiences while becoming a 50 States member. He also describes his Ironman World Championships experiences in Hawaii. John also talks about the joys of retirement, which includes spending time with a daughter and grandkids he never knew existed until recently. He also explains how he feels his life has come full circle.
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Caroline talks about returning to Drake University's Blue Oval last weekend to break Northwest's school record in the 5,000 meters by about a second. She also chats about her marriage at age 19 to former Knoxville runner and current Northwest assistant coach Wick Cunningham. She tells the story of when she and Wick began their relationship and how their personalities mesh very well. Caroline also details the quick wedding they had at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic in March of 2020. Caroline goes into her evolution as a distance runner and how she landed at Maryville. She tells why Maryville feels like home now. She talks of her reluctance to try the steeplechase and a humbling moment during last year's conference meet in that event. Caroline also chats about her goals to finish out her second to last season with the Bearcats
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Lance opens the podcast by giving his favorite distance running moments from the recently concluded 112th Drake Relays. He also talks about an Iowa native's induction into the Relays Hall of Fame last week and a Northern Iowa transfer pickup. Abby Caldwell comes on to give her view of Iowa State's performance at the Relays and (kind of) answers the question of where has Cailie Logue gone to. The show concludes with a couple upcoming events on the track for all ages and a preview of the next podcast.
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Ben and Linda of Pink Gorilla Events out of Omaha and Lincoln, Nebraska come on the show to chat about the return of the popular relay on May 14 after a two-year hiatus. Ben talks about his creative side that led to the formation of the company and the relay in Nebraska in 2008. He also details the origins behind the Pink Gorilla name. Ben talks about the pandemic's effect on the company when only virtual Market to Market Relays were held in Nebraska in 2020 and 2021 and Iowa in 2020. The Iowa event for 2021 was canceled and he describes the reasons why. Ben also talks about the biggest changes in races he's seen since 2019. Linda and Ben mention some changes runners can expect with the Iowa race next month and how everyone had a big role to play on the Pink Gorilla team.
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The podcast opens with news on seven-time Iowa State All-American Wesley Kiptoo turning pro and joining the NAZ Elite team in Flagstaff, Arizona. Kiptoo started his pro career with a third-place finish in the 5,000 at Mount Sac Relays on Friday. That same night, former Dowling Catholic star Karissa Schweizer was a winner in a women's elite 5,000 in her first race since having Achilles surgery in October. Lance also shares some Morningside coaching and Runablaze Iowa news. Finally, former All-Big 12 runner Abby Caldwell comes on to talk about Kiptoo's legacy and if it was the right time to turn pro. She also chats about some of the top Cyclone performers from a busy weekend in California.
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Annie (Andrea) talks about juggling a full-time job, pursuing a master's degree in business administration and running the indoor track and field season at Mount Mercy this winter. Annie describes her final races as Mustang, when she finished national runner-up in the 1,000 meters and mile at Brookings, S.D., a month ago. Annie talks about choosing Mount Mercy after a stellar career at Marion High and how she got started in running while being home-schooled growing up on rural Central City. Annie also chats about her race debut with the Running Wild Elite team, when she placed in the top 25 at the Shamrock Shuffle 8K in Chicago and her racing goals moving forward.
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Lance talks about a recent podcast with an NCJAA championship coach. Then it is on to the news and additions to the Running Wild Elite and Runablaze Iowa teams. Former Iowa State great Abby Caldwell then comes on to chat about the Cyclones' top performances at the Raleigh Relays and also looks back at indoor nationals, including ISU's strong effort in the distance medley. Abby also tackles the question of whether we have seen the best of former NCAA champion Wesley Kiptoo. The podcast concludes with a preview of the next podcast Friday.
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Doug talks about the Reivers' dominant performance earlier this month en route to winning back-to-back NJCAA women's indoor team championships. He details about joy he feels coaching these athletes and also his saddest times. Doug goes into his recruiting philosophy, which has been successful in starting a pipeline to Kenya for distance runners. He also talks about how track and field first attracted him and how it has continued to draw him in, despite his intent after college to join the workforce in a western Kansas town. He dives into his coaching background that led to Council Bluffs. He also talks about the pivotal role his wife plays and how his young kids now are getting interested in track and field.
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The highlight performance of the week came from senior Kassie Parker and the Loras College women. The Duhawks captured their first indoor national title by outscoring Wisconsin-La Crosse, 59-45. Parker, from Guttenberg, helped seal the title by winning the 3,000 title, a day after capturing the 5,000 crown. Teammate Allysa Pfadenhauer helped the cause by winning the 400 title and anchoring the 4x400 to a national title. Wartburg College finished sixth in the team race, aided heavily by a victory in the distance medley relay. The Loras men finished fourth nationally and on the podium for the first time indoors since 1989 with the help of a third-place DMR and a fourth from Ryan Harvey in the mile. In Division I, Iowa star freshman Jenoah Mciver finished runner-up nationally in the 400 final and paced three Hawkeyes to first-team All-American honors in the event. Drake junior Isaac Basten finished fifth in the mile final in Birmingham to become a two-time All-American. A sixth-place DMR effort paced Iowa State's efforts at nationals.
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Betsy talks about the joy she has with new 2 1/2-month-old son Kalya and deciding to have a child during a rough 2020 when she wasn't racing because of the coronavirus pandemic. Betsy describes the journey toward becoming an America citizen and her relationship with Kalya's father, who was the family's doctor in Kenya. Betsy, who is 33 years old, goes into detail about dropping out before the Chicago Marathon and then a week later running a personal-best time at Toronto. She answers the question of if she will ever race again on the track and talks about the special relationship she has with her alma mater. She also talks about the difficulty of making the American team for the 2024 Olympics in the marathon.
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The podcast starts with the Iowa Western women's dominant victory at NJCAA national in Pittsburg, Kan., on Friday and Saturday. Freshman Hilda Chebet paced the Reivers with three national titles and a runner-up in the 1,000. The Iowa Western men were third in the nation and paced by Nicholas Kiprotich's runner-up finish in the 5,000. Iowa Central placed fifth and sixth in the team races and had two runner-up finishes in Relays. Indian Hills had a national champion in sophomore Aliyah Simmons. The Dordt University men tied for 10th nationally at NAIA nationals and was paced by a runner-up 4x800 squad. The Dordt women's 4x800 did come through with a national title in that event. Thr road running report is led by former Cyclone Hillary Bor's third place at the Gate River Run 15K in Jacksonville, Florida. The NCAA Division I preview breaks down the chances of a repeat title by the Cyclones' Wesley Kiptoo in the 5,000 as well as another event, the 3,000, and two Drake runners, Isaac Basten and Adam Fogg, in the mile. The Division III preview details the No. 2 Loras College women's chances in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where star distance runner and former Clayton Ridge standout Kassie Parker will be seeking more national titles. The No. 2 Wartburg College men will be seeking a national title behind a former Carlisle star, while the No. 3 Loras men will be guided by reigning 800 outdoor champion and former Cedar Rapids Prairie prep Mike Jasa.
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The preview of action from Pittsburg State focuses on the battle between the No. 1-ranked and defending champion Iowa Western and New Mexico JC. Lance believes the 1-2 punch of Hilda Chebet and Mercy Biwott and depth all across the board could be too much for New Mexico to overcome. On the men's side, No. 2 Iowa Western, No. 4 Indian Hills and No. 5 Iowa Central all have hopes for the team title. No. 1 South Plains, the defending champion, is the favorite with the Texans' strength in the middle distance events. The Reivers have quality in several spots while Indian Hills' best events will be middle distance races and some sprints. The Tritons' hopes for another title lie primarily with field events and heptathlon.
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Lance breaks down the chances for the Grand View men, ranked No. 3 nationally, and No. 6 Dordt. He says both teams will have to excel on relays and middle distance events to have a chance to knock off No. 1 Indiana Tech and No. 2 Oklahoma City. He also looks at the Dordt women, who enter nationals ranked eighth nationally. Like the men, the Defenders will be powered by their middle distance runners in Brookings, S.D. Lance also talks about a Mount Mercy runner to watch in the 1,000 and mile.
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Lance details the Iowa men's repeat Big Ten indoor championship in Ohio, which included Jeboah McIver's 600 title. He also talks about another Big Ten indoor title for Minnesota and Abby Kohut-Jackson. The Big 12 meet 8n Ames is highlighted by the high points award by Iowa State senior Cailie Logue. Abby Caldwell comeson the show to chat about where the Cyclone program goes forward from here. The Missouri Valley meet that ended Monday in Chicago is highlighted by a first league title by UNI's Sophia Jungling in the 800 and Adam Fogg's win in the men's mile for Drake. Loras College swept the American Rivers indoor titles for the first time and Kassie Parker of Guttenberg led the Duhawks women to their first crown with titles in the mile, 3,000 and 5,000. The Loras men's title was spearheaded by two titles by Mike Jasa and Ryan Harvey. Wartburg was led by Joe Freiburger's titles in the 5K and 3K. Former Dowling Catholic star Matthew Carmody made history by setting a new ACC record in the 5K. The Hostetler sisters helped Liberty repeat as Atlantic Sun champions. In Division II, former Cedar Falls prep Caroline Cunningham was the high point scorer for Northwest Missouri State at the MIAA indoors and two former Iowa Central runners help West Texas A&M cruise to Lone Star Conference titles.
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Mallory talks about breaking one of Iowa's oldest records - Bethany Praska's 800 indoor record from 2011 - at Arkansas two weeks ago. She also chats about growing up in an athletic family with sisters who ran track and field and her father, Wade, the Assumption football coach. She discusses running on one of the great track and field high school dynasties. She never lost a state track meet in four years with the Knights. Mallory talks about the difficulty of going up against her sister, Carly, during one of those 400-meter state finals. She also talks about her degree in biomedical engineering and her future plans, including her fall wedding to Connor. Mallory tells about her big fish story and chasing a Big Ten title in her final time in an Iowa uniform this weekend in Geneva, Ohio.
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Lance selects his 12 best performances in distance running from last weekend. You can be sure Iowa State's Wesley Kiptoo makes the list after breaking his school record in the 3,000 meters at Arkansas by nearly 5 seconds. And also Drake's Isaac Basten after retaking the school record with a win anf meet record in the mile at Arkansas. But who else? A hint: Iowa Western, Grand View and Dordt College figure heavily in the Lance's countdown.
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Reece comes on to talk about his fast rise to stardom his freshman season of high school, when he finished fifth at state cross country and helped G-H-V to a state title with his brother, Chase. The Northwest Missouri State sophomore describes the disappointment of finishing runner-up at Iowa state meets five times before breaking through as a senior. Reece details his reasons for leaving the University of Iowa after one season and landing in Maryville. He discusses overcomkng some bitterness to win a Drake Relays titles in the 3,000 steeplechase last spring and what improvement he needs to make in that race. Reece describes how he met his girlfriend and taking on a difficult major. He also talks about what he believes will be required to qualify for NCAA Division II indoor nationals for the Bearcats.
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Lance changes things up for this edition by focusing on the 14 efforts he loved most over the Valentine's Day weekend. Many of the top performances came at the Iowa State Classic, but Lance taps heavily into the NCAA Division III and NAIA ranks for some entries as well. Did Grand View's 4x8 relay in Michigan make the cut? How about Mallory King, after taking down an 11-year record for Iowa at a meet in Arkansas. Listen for all of the highlights, as well as insight from former All-Big 12 performer Abby Caldwell on the Iowa State teams.
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Read about Items on Abby Kohut- Jackson, Kassie Parker, Jenoah McIver, Myles Bach, Reece Smith and many more Iowa runners.
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The podcast starts with Cailie Logue's stellar performance in the women's 3,000 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where the Cyclone senior jumped up to No. 2 all-time in Iowa State history. Lance also talks about a great run by Iowa State's Thomas Pollard, a former Gilbert High great, in the men's 3,000. Iowa's effort is led by a win in the men's 600 meters. Lance also breaks down the performances by ISU's Wesley Kiptoo and Drake's Adam Fogg at the Millrose Games in New York. Former Cyclone Abby Caldwell comes on to the show to talk about they Cyclones' performances over the past two weekends. Wartburg College, Northern Iow and Central College performances are highlighted at the Friday Night Lights event in Waverly. South Dakota and South Dakota State picked up wins from Iowans at the Adidas Classic in Lincoln, Nebraska. Grand View set a few NAIA indoor qualifying marks at St. Ambrose and Dordt College did the same at Mount Marty in Yankton, South Dakota. Indian Hills, Loras College and Iowa Western also produced several great school and facility records at their meets.
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Alexina Wilson talks about jumping in to a mile race at last weekend's Larry Wieczorek Invitational and setting a new facility record and why she didn't even have time for a victory lap. The former Mount Vernon/Lisbon prep star chats about her next possible facility record after now owning records at the UNI-Dome and Iowa's recreation center. Alexina looks back at each of the races where she set PRs, from the 800 all the way to 5 kilometers, during her brilliant 2021 season. She talks recruiting and how the process has changed since the start of the pandemic and losing a top runner to a rival school. Alexina discusses her typical workout schedule while balancing her coaching duties. She also gives details on some of the top Panther distance runners this track season and also her wedding to former Iowa All-American Will Teubel on November 27.
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Possibly the greatest weekend in Iowa indoor track and field distance running includes a report on Drake University star Adam Fogg's Lied Center record in the men's mile in Ames. The Cyclone Open also had a pair of wins from former Ballard prep Abby Kohut-Jackson and school-record runs by a pair of Indian Hills runners. In Iowa City, Iowa freshman Jenoah McInerney took down Erik Sowinski's facility and meet record with a 1:16.08 effort in the 600 meters. Sowinski was second. Alexina Teubel set a facility record the next day in the women's mile of 4:35.48. At South Dakota State University, former Jack's runner Josh Yeager set a facility record by running 7:54.86 for 3,000. Former Cedar Falls prep Caroline Cunningham set a meet record at the Northwest Open of 5:02.95 in the mile. Iowans Myles Bach and Trevor Albert also set school records in the 3,000 at the meet in Maryville, Missouri. In Nebraska, a Simpson College school record that had stood since 1990 went down. And Loras College star Kassie Parker broke her school record by more than eight seconds in the mile at a meet in Wisconsin.
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Lance starts the podcast by talking about several standout performances by former Iowa collegians and Iowa residents at the Houston Marathon and half marathon races. He starts the indoor track report with two national leading times by Indian Hills runners in the 600 and wins by Iowans Emma Gordon and Grace Bookin-Nosbisch for the host Hawkeyes at the Hawkeye Invitational. Former Center Point-Urbana runner Myles Bach's school record and win in the 3,000 leads off the report at the Graduate Classic in Lincoln Nebraska. Iowa Western's Yonas Mogos also set a school record in the 1,000. Former Iowa State All-Big 12 runner Abby Caldwell comes on for a segment to talk about the Cyclones' indoor season so far, including at Lincoln. Grand View and Loras battled at St. Ambrose, with the Vikings' Isaiah Wittrick winning and setting a new school record in the 1,000 while Loras' Carter Oberfoell also set a school record in third place. Meet records were set by Wartburg College's Riley Mayer and Christopher Collet in Waverly. In Sioux Center, several runners for host Dordt College racked up race wins.
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Cody talks about leaving a job with the city in his hometown of Annawan, Illinois, last summer to come to Des Moinea and work at Fitness Sports. He goes into detail about growing up in a small town and when he knew it was time to switch away from playing football. He chats about his days of competing first at Iowa Central and then Illinois State and running at the Drake Relays. He talks about hia future that could include a career as a policeman. He also opens up about letting loose after leading the Runablaze team at USATF Club Cross Country last month and the proper pronunciation of his last name and one side benefit when it is said wrong.
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Lance starts the brief show talking about additions to the Runablaze team, a change for former Iowa State star Annie Frisbie and new additions to the Iowa road racing records. The race report includes items on former Center Point-Urbana prep Josh Yeager and former Johnston prep Tyson Wieland at the Minnesota Open mile and finishes with results from former Valley prep Daniel Soto and former Johnston prep Obsie Birru at the USATF 10K Cross Country Championships.
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The news segment includes items on Iowa native and Olympian Jenny Simpsonn whose house in rural Marshall, Colorado, escaped burning down during wildfires before New Year's. The newa also includes changes for former Northern Iowa runner Brette Jensen and former Iowa All-American Diane Nukuri, a health update from former Iowa State great Katy Jermann and an update on another former UNI great. The podcast concludes with some of the best sound bites compiled by Lance from his 26 interviews with runners and coaches during 2021.
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Daniel reminisces about his school record that still stands at Valley, winning a repeat Big Ten track and field team championship, repairing his once-rocky relationship with assistant coach Randy Hasenbank, the benefits of competing only against Big Ten foes this past track season, his toughest workout at Iowa, his dog Sandy, winning an elusive Drake Relays flag and his days of miming at Valley.
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John on January 1 will complete running at least one mile every day for the past 45 years. That streak moves the longtime DMACC professor into very rare territory worldwide. In this interview from December 20, John talks about his seven years as race director of Midnight Madness during the race's formative years and all of the great runners he met and called friends. He talks about how a rugby injury led him into a lifelong passion for running that has included his family. John chats about keeping the streak alive by running on a Mercy hospital floor when he was a patient for heart arrhythmia. He talks about one of his favorite places to run in northeast Iowa when he and his wife owned a former rural schoolhouse. John also details other close calls he had with bad weather and the workouts he does now at age 76. He also tells what the streak means to him and how long he thinks it will last.
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In this interview from December 7, Dee talks about how he landed the job 17 years ago after two coaching stints at Luther College. He shares his experience in high school and college that guide his coaching philosophies today. Dee chats about how the pipeline to East Africa athletes started and his admiration for their work ethic. He gives his thoughts on the best Triton to ever run at the college and shares his thoughts on the careers of Adva Cohen and Biya Simbassa. The conversation turns to a past Triton runner, Maddie Bach, and her up-and-down time in Fort Dodge. Dee details the impact of the late Denny Myers on the Triton program and the recruiting pitch he made to the national champion coach from Rend Lake. Dee calls the three-year postseason ban the program suffered "ridiculous" and goes into detail all of the infractions. He shares his conflicted emotions after region and state rival Iowa Western won a national championship in track and field. He also details many of the sightseeing adventures he has introduced to his team over the years and his favorite title of all.
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Lance opens the show by talking about former Iowa State runner Festus Lagat signing a pro contract, Dam to DSM switching to a half marathon in 2022 and an honor for Iowan Danna Herrick. He then goes into the race report with a great showing by Iowa State's Cebastian Gentil in the 800 at the ISU Holiday Invitational, as well as a historic day for Drake runner Isaac Basten in the men's mile. He chats about Iowa senior Mallory King setting a new meet record in the women's 1,000 during a record-setting day at the Jimmy Grant Invitational in Iowa City. He switches gears to the USATF Club Cross Country Championships on Saturday, where a former Iowa Central star won the men's 10K title. Iowan and former Hawkeye Daniel Soto led Hansons-Brooks to the men's team title with a third-place finish. The podcast switches back to indoor track, where professional Erik Sowinski helped pace two Loras runners, Mike Jasa and Ryan Harvey, to school records and the top times in NCAA Division III in the 800 and mile. The podcast concludes with results from Central College and St. Ambrose.
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Maddie starts things off by talking about how getting COVID-19 right before NCAA Division II regionals derailed her best college cross country season. She also expressed her pride in watching younger brother Myles quality for nationals with Nebraska-Kearney. They shared how they enjoy spending time together and running morning workouts side-by-side. Maddie opens up about her personal struggles with eating disorders that started in high school and became worse at Iowa Central and Indian Hills community colleges. She says time at home and an understanding Kearney coach and supportive teammates have been instrumental in helping her avoid a "self-harm" incident for a year. They retell the story of how Myles celebrated a bit too much while winning his first state title as a sophomore. Myles also tells what he learned from losing his bid to win a third consecutive state title in the mile, to a teammate even, as a senior. He also describes the bad timing when he left to run at Gonzaga University and the COVID pandemic came along to foil those plans. Depressed, he left Washington to come back to the Midwest and join Maddie at Kearney. The two offer what fields they want to go into after college. They also share their goals for the upcoming season and if they have started Christmas shopping for each other.
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Lance opens things by talking about Wesley Kiptoo third-best time in NCAA history at the BU Sharon Colyear-Danville Season Opener in Boston. Kiptoo's third-place effort of 13:14.74 also shatters his own school record for 5,000. Four Cyclones - Gable Sieperda, Thomas Pollard, Chad Johnson and Ezekiel Rop - also landed in the top 10 in ISU history with their performances at the Woo Pig Classic in Arkansas. Four Cyclones also finished 2-5 to earn spots in the school's record book for the 1,000 meters. Former Ballard runner Abby Kohut-Jackson also took fourth with a new PR in the 3,000. Former Des Moines Christian prep Oksana Johnson highlighted the efforts with a win in the 800 meters at the SDSU Holiday Classic in Brookings. Several Dordt runners qualified for nationals indoors and for the marathon outdoors at a half marathon qualifying event in Fremont, Neb. A former Mid-Prairie star fared well for Liberty in a 5,000 at home while an Iowan running for Northwest Missouri State landed a provisional qualifying effort for nationals while two Grand View runners did make the field for NAIA indoor nationals. At Clash Daytona, former Storm Lake resident Matt Hanson finished fourth in his comeback race from knee surgery. Two former Iowan residents also fared well at the CIM event in Sacramento.
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Lance opens the podcast about Shelby Houlihan's new website that promotes her case against a four-year doping ban. The Sioux City native has started a GoFundMe to help offset her legal costs. The race report starts with two strong results from former Iowa State All-American David Too. The Thanksgiving day races include top results from Runablaze's Blake Whalen and Alexina Wilson and Running Wild Elite's Devin Allbaugh. Several current Northern Iowa and Wartburg College runners also are featured.
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Abby talks about the "bittersweet" feeling she felt after last weekend's NCAA Division I Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee. She chats about a tremendous 2021 that included a Big Ten individual title in the 3,000 steeplechase, finishing 11th at outdoor nationals in that event and, a week later, running in the U.S. Olympic Trials. Abby goes into the transition from running 800s first starting out at Minnesota to finding the event she loves, the steeplechase. She describes another passion of hers, figure skating, and competing in that sport for several years. Abby talks about heading to medical school at the University of Saint Louis after she completes her masters at Minnesota this spring. She chats the dynamic of being coached by her mother in high school and the running background in her family. Abby also talks about some winter traditions she has adopted while a student at Minnesota. The conversation turns to her close relationship with the Hasz twins and about a future in running after she has earned her PhD. The show wraps up with Abby telling of her favorite Thanksgiving foods.
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Lance opens the podcast by talking about Living History Farms' move toward hosting their own cross country at their site in November of 2022 and the end of the current Road-o-Cross race that didn't occur again this year. Lance then delves into the Iowa State men's runner-up team finish at nationals, which included a second from Wesley Kiptoo and a first All-American honor former senior Thomas Pollard. He also highlights senior Cailie Logue's fourth-place finish and the team's top-10 effort. Former Cyclone Abby Caldwell comes on the program to discuss what changed with the Cyclone programs this fall. The Division I report also includes a first first-team All-American honor from former Ballard prep Abby Kohut-Jackson. Kassie Parker's first national cross country championship highlights the Division III report. Lance details her impressive resume this season. Wartburg's teams also landed in the top 10 nationally, with three All-American honors. Dordt's men's team captured their best finish of eighth at NAIA nationals on Friday while the women's team's eighth place is their sixth finish in the top 10 ay nationals. A Grand View senior was the top runner from an Iowa school in 18th. The Division II report is highlighted by a sister and brother who both earned All-American honors and who both ran for Iowa Central. The podcast ends with highlights from the Michigan Pro Ekiden race on Nov. 17.
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The podcast begins with the Iowa Central men claiming their fifth national cross country title in its history. The Tritons easily topped rival Iowa Western, which claimed it best finish in school history. A NIACC runner's national title highlights the Division II cross country report. Lance adds a report from Tuesday's half marathon championships, where Iowa Central Aspel Kiprob set a new event record. Then, the Wartburg team's championships are highlighted in the NCAA Division III Midwest Regional report. Several Iowans qualified for nationals Saturday in Louisville The podcast ends with Austin O'Brien's win at the 10-mile Capital Pursuit race that catapulted the Runablaze athlete to third best in Iowa history. Teammate Blake Whalen also had an impressive win in difficult conditions in the 5K.
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This podcast is solely dedicated to Friday's NCAA Division I regionals at Iowa City, Evansville, Indiana, Boston, Waco, Texas, Huntsville, Alabama, Louisville and Provo, Utah. Lance interviews Iowa State's Thomas Pollard and Tim Sindt, both Iowans, after the Cyclone men's runner-up team finish at the Midwest Regional. He also get comments from regional champion Cailie Logue of Iowa State and her teammate, Iowan Janette Shraft. Former Cyclone star Abby Caldwell comes on the show to give her insight. Former Ballard prep Abby Kohut-Jackson is also interviewed after Minnesota's women's team title. Drake's outstanding duo of Adam Fogg and Isaac Basten also earn all-regional honors and trips to nationals. Iowans who also qualified for nationals, Matthew Carmody of Notre Dame and Ryan Murphy of Arkansas, are spotlighted.
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The podcast begins with former Iowa State runner Annie Frisbie's historic performance at the New York City Marathon. Native Iowan Obsie Birru also finished in the top 20 for the pro women. Many Iowans and former Iowa collegians competed at the USA 5K Championships, paced by former Cyclone Andrew Jordan and USATF series leader Biya Simbassa. Then, the talk turns to former Boone, Drake star Brogan Austin's record-setting performance at the Indy Monumental half marathon. The Grand View men's historic first championship at the Heart of America Conference meet leads off the college cross country report, with Trevor Albert and Morgan Lawson winning titles. The Dordt teams' dominance was on display at the Great Plains Athletic Conference in Orange City. St. Ambrose's effort is highlighted at the CCAC meet. A former Cedar Falls prep, an ex-Center Point-Urbana graduate and five former Iowa Central stars highlight the NCAA Division II regional report. Former Iowa State standout Abby Caldwell comes on the show to preview Friday's NCAA Midwest Regional. She also tells a harrowing personal story. The podcast ends with more road racing results and four Runablaze Iowa wins from the Hillbilly Hike in Carlisle.
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The podcast begins with the Drake University men's historic Missouri Valley Conference title, their first since 1999. The Bulldogs dominated on the wet course in Normal, Ill., with the top three runners. Lance takes a closer look at Iowa State's runner-up finishes to host Oklahoma State at the Big 12 Championships. The Cyclones' Wesley Kiptoo repeated as conference champion, but senior Cailie Logue did not. An Iowan, Abby Kohut-Jackson, helped the Minnesota women to their third Big Ten title in State College, Pa., while former Dowling Catholic prep Matthew Carmody helped Notre Dame repeat as ACC champion. A former Linn-Mar prep, Ryan Murphy, celebrated an SEC team championship with Arkansas. The Wartburg College teams dominated at the America Rivers Conference meet in Decorah, but Loras star Kassie Parker broke up the Knight women's bid for a perfect score with a 6K course record time. The podcast ends with the Iowa Central teams continuing their reign over Region XI teams in the NJCAA meet in Waterloo.
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Biya talks about his improvement from not making an NCAA meet to winning two USATF Running Circuit championships, including the USA 25K title on Oct. 23 in Grand Rapids, Mich. He talks about his workouts in his adopted home of Flagstaff, Arizona and living with 2012 U.S. Olympian Janet Cherobon-Bawcom and her husband, Jay. Biya is also asked about his unique haircut and whether it will catch on with his 2021 success. He also answers a question about what his plans are for Halloween.
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The podcast opens with Sioux City native Biya Simbassa's win at the USA 25K Championships in Michigan, along with a seventh from former Boone and Drake star Brogan Austin. The college cross country report starts with three Iowa natives and a former Iowa Central star finishing in top 10 at the NCAA Division II MIAA meet and continues with former Iowa Central stars winning Lone Star Conference titles for West Texas A&M. Grand View's strong men's team finish at the NAIA Great Lakes Challenge is highlighted with another school record falling. The Dordt College men exhibited perfection at the Mount Marty Invitational in South Dakota, with the Defender women also cruising to the team title. The podcast also includes a historical look back at a central Iowa race that featured many fast runners before going away in 2016. Several Runablaze Iowa athletes also are mentioned after taking wins at weekend Iowa road and trail races.
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Lance opens a busy podcast with reports of national awards for six Iowa collegians. He then delves into the race report from the IMT Des Moinea Marathon, where former Iowa State All-American David Too won in his marathon debut. Hear from Too, women's marathon runner-up Emma Hudton and half marathon winners Mason Frank and Samantha Wingert. The report moves to the Nuttycombe Wisconsin Invitationa, where Wesley Kiptoo lead Iowa State's team victory over 26 other ranked teams. The Cyclone women also finished 9th behind standout Cailie Logue's seventh-place finish. Former Cyclone standout Abby Caldwell comes on the show to talk about the meet. The Iowa women finished runner-up at the Bradley Pink Claasic and a former Johnston prep led the Hawkeyes. The Hawkeye men were fourth in the team race while Drake's Adam Fogg made his season debut with a third-place finish. The top-ranked Wartburg men knocked off No. 2 Pomona-Pitzer and Holy Cross native Joe Freiburger was the champion. The Wartburg women were second in the team race behind a former St. Edmond prep. Loras' Kassie Rosenbum knocked off a quality field with several Division I runners in Oregon on her way to another school record. The Loras men finished fourth with the help of two Iowa natives. The Iowa Central men finished 1-2 in a meet in Wisconsin, with a Simpson runner fourth. The race report ends with dominant performances by the Iowa Western teams at the Indian Hills Invitational.
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Lance gives an update on his final marathon in Boston on Monday. Then he talks about the standout performance by former Drake University runner Reed Fischer as well a near top-10 finish from former Iowa runner Diane Nukuri at the Chicago Marathon. The college cross country report starts with Caroline Cunningham's win at the Fort Hays State meet, followed by the Dordt men's dominant performance at their home meet. It ends with the Gramd View men topping the field at the Mount Mercy Seminole Valley Stampede on Saturday that also featured another good battle between the top runners from St. Ambrose and the Vikings. A Grand View runner also claims the title in the women's 5K in historic fashion. The podcast ends with a look ahead to a busy weekend of racing for Iowans and Iowa teams.
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Chris shares his optimism for the 20th annual race after the 2020 event became a virtual competition. He also gives highlights for the upcoming race weekend October 16 and 17, which includes appearances by esteemed running coach Jeff Galloway and his daughter, Carissa Galloway, a top health and fitness expert who will serve as emcee. Chris also provides details about what runners can expect for current safety protocols at the expo and on race site.
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Lance opens the show by chatting about Iowa State's 2021-22 indoor and outdoor track and field schedule. He jumps into the meet report with the Joe Paine Invitational in South Bend, Indiana, and the Gans Creek Invitational in Columbia, Missouri, where the Iowa women were third and a Drake University runner was the top female from Iowa colleges. He talks about a former Sioux City North prep's win at the Briar Cliff Invitational on Friday and a record-setting day by a Loras College runner in Rock Island, Illinois. He closes the report with a dominant performance by the Wartburg College teams at their Huston Invitational in Waverly on Saturday.
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Matt talks about organizing the annual ARC Oktoberfest 6K and Kids Pumpkin Dash coming up on Saturday, October 2. The conversation turns to the challenge Matt created for himself when he ran every street in Des Moines from May of 2020 to February of 2021. He also chats about his consecutive days running streak that started on November 13th of 2015. Matt also talks about the running club's future goals and how he has designed a course in Altoona that he says would make a perfect 5K route.
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Lance highlights the win by Iowa State senior Cailie Logue at Griak, as well as the team and individual battle between BYU and Connor Mantz and the Cyclones and Wesley Kiptoo. He brings on former All-Big 12 runner Abby Caldwell to talk about the encouraging performance by Iowa State. The race results also feature great head-to-head battles between the Runablaze and new Running Wild races at the Quad Cities Marathon half marathon and 5K races. An Iowa-heavy group of runners from host Grand View, St. Ambrose and Indian Hills led the way at Saturday's Viking Invitational.
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Lance talks about pro triathlete Matt Hanson's surgery before going into race results led by former Iowa All-American Erik Sowinski in Kenya and the Iowa women's cross country team's win at the Greeno/Dirksen meet in Lincoln. Iowa Western and Iowa Central runners were dominant in Nebraska. Two former Tritons also starred at the Southern Stampede in Missouri. He also talks about a Drake runner's high finish at the Redbird Invitational and a former Pleasant Valley prep grabbing a runner-up finish at a meet in Nashville. He closes with Ironman 70.3 and road racing highlights.
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Isaac chats about when he knew he wanted to attend the faith-based university and stay in Lynchburg, Virginia, to start a family after a 14-time state championship career at Charles City. He talks about the impact he makes on young people every day and leading a cross country program with a strong tradition of excellence. He tells the story of how fate led him to recruit former Mid-Prairie star Marie Hostetler and, eventually, her sister Anna during a return visit to Iowa. Isaac also shares the intense pressure he felt of becoming a four-time Iowa state champion in the 1,600 meters.
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Lance talks about Blake Boldon staying on as Drake's director of track and cross country, the cancelation of the Living History Farms cross country race and follows up on the lifesaving honor for Brian Llamas. The race report includes items on Biya Simbassa's win and former Drake runner Reed Fischer's third place at the USA 10 Mile Championships. It also featured the 10-mile road race debut of Iowa native Jenny Simpson, who was runner-up, with former Cyclone Annie Frisbie third. Lance also breaks down the record-setting Runablaze 5K in Sunday and Loras College taking team titles at the Luther All-American meet. Wartburg College's dominant performances are also highlighted at the Les Duke Invitational in Grinnell.
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Lance first gives an update on Sioux City native Shelby Houlihan and her drug suspension. He also talks about a former Iowa State athlete who is a hero and another who is pregnant and will miss the fall marathon season. The race results start with the USA 20K Championships, where Sioux City native Biya Simbassa nearly picked up the win. He also details the top finishers at Friday's Hawkeye Invitational and brings on former Cyclone Abby Caldwell to get her thoughts on the Cyclone women's performance. Hear Iowans' results also from the Missouri XC Opener, the Texas Tech Open, the Bearcat XC Open, the Augustana Twilight, the John Kurtt Invite in Waverly, the Corridor Classic in Cedar Rapids, the Nebraska-Kearney Invite, the Newbo Run and Boonville Backroads races.
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Devin and Kelsey chat about the formation of the new Quad-Cities based race team that is hoping to make a big splash in the Midwest and Devin's new career move. They talk about the friendly rivalry with the Runablaze Iowa that will get off the ground Sept. 12 and how they met at Minnesota State-Mankato. Kelsey talks about her trophy won as top Quad-Citian at the Bix 7 in July and her racing goals. Devin goes into his past history of injuries and and how his mother's insistence on sending him to cross country practice started him on the path away from soccer.
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Lance talks about former Valley Tiger and Iowa runner Soto's move to the Hansons-Brooks racing team and Simpson's entry in the Cherry Blossom 10-miler. Hanson's performance at the Collins Cup leads off thr race results, with the former Hawkeye Sowinski and former Cyclone Hillary Bor racing in Europe. Also former UNI athlete Jessica Heim's result at Paralympics, plus wins from Danna Herrick and Caleb Appleton at Dam to DSM and Kallin Kahn at Nebraska State Fair Marathon.
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Lance takes a deep dive into the Iowa State program with former Cyclone All-Big performer and podcast regular Abby Caldwell. Abby talks about the return of Frank Hayes to Ames, the previous regime and the effect on recruiting, one big reason she loved running for Amy Rudolph, mottos adopted over the years and lack of drama on the women's team. Also, a breakdown of Drake and UNI's cross country schedules and a small race report.
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News on Iowa State track and field addition, Matt Hanson, Reed Fischer, Diane Nukuri and new Running Wild Elite and Runablaze Iowa athletes. Also, results of Biya Simbassa at Falmouth Road Race and Sir Walter Miler, Festus Lagat and Alexina Wilson at Ed Murphey Classic, and Lesley Smith at Boulder 70.3. Also, top results from Motown Mile and 6K, Mines of Spain Trail Half, Bluff Creek Triathlon, Freedom Run, Atkins Watermelon Days, Shamrock N Run 5K and Kraut Route 5K.
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Lisa joins the podcast to talk about the joys of motherhood, pursuing a second doctorate and doing a residency in pathology at Iowa State. Lisa also talks about fellow Iowan Karissa Schweizer's run to the Olympics and her own memories from London, when she set a personal-best time for 10k. Lisa also chats about her former coach, Jerry Schumacher, who has guided Schweizer since she turned pro. Lisa also gives her view on change in the Big 12 Conference and college athletics and if she would like the Cyclones to be a rival to Iowa in the Big Ten.
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McKenzie talks about enjoying Nashville, where she will be attending Vanderbilt University and running for the Commodores this fall. She talks about becoming a Nashvillian, which means buying her first pair of cowboy boots. She details problems at Alabama that led her to transfer to the University of San Francisco and teammates who welcomed her to the team. She mentions the race she wants to try at Vanderbilt this winter and the most impressive athletic feat she's ever seen (hint: it's by a family member). McKenzie also details the food she eats just about every day.
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Host Lance Bergeson breaks down Urbandale native Karissa Schweizer's Tokyo Olympic 5,000 finals race, and exits by former Iowa State runner Hillary Bor and ex-Iowa Central runner Adva Cohen in the 3,000 steeplechase first round. Lance talks about the many new faces are coming to the Runablaze Iowa team, as well as a new race team forming in eastern Iowa. And a new regular feature is announced featuring Caldwell, a former Waverly-Shell Rock and ISU standout who discusses the new track and field assistants at ISU and the school's future in the Big 12.
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Lance talks about the eight athletes with Iowa ties who will be competing in Japan over the next nine days, including former Dowling Catholic star Karissa Schweizer, ex-Iowa State great Hillary Bor and former Iowa Central runner Adva Cohen. He also breaks down the top contenders for gold from the 800 meters all the way to the marathon.
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Lance breaks down two important grad transfers coming to Iowa State, a new Iowa recruit, a looming shakeup in the Big 12 Conference, injury updates on Katy Jermann and Brogan Austin and a personal highlight from the 47th Quad-City Times Bix 7 in Davenport. He also lists the top Iowans and former and current Iowa collegians at the Bix 7 and talks about an American record set by an Iowan at the USATF Masters Outdoors meet. Plus, race updates on Festus Lagat and Alexina Wilson and results from the Elvelopet and Iowa Games cross country races.
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Breaking down the top competitors for the 47th Quad-City Times Bix 7 on Saturday, a look back at a past Bix race, where Iowa State will be running at meets this fall, news on former Cyclone David Too, and race reports from USATF 6k women's championship, American Track League from L.A., the Clive Running Festival, Solon Beef Days and several more.
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Michelle makes her podcast debut by talking about the grief she felt when the decision was made to make the 2020 race, her first in charge, a virtual event. Then she says she was blown away by people's social media posts and interest during the event. Michelle goes into detail about many aspects of this Saturday's race, including shorter Quick Bix and popular kids races Friday night. She also offers advice on navigating the difficult hills on the course.
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Steve owned the Clive running shoe and apparel business 37 years before selling it July 1. He talks about the future of the Living History Farms Off-Road Race that he owns with wife Nancy, the difficult times trying to keep the business afloat in the 1980s, the decision to sell the business to Heartland Soles owners Jordan and Lindsey Andrews and his plan to remain active in the central Iowa running community.
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Lance details the change in head track and field coach at national power Iowa Central, tells about two new assistant coaches at Iowa State and one at Iowa, and provides a recap from wins by former Cyclone David Too and Runablaze Iowa's Pasca Myers at the 50th Midnight Madness, plus the top finishers at Moonlight Chase, Whiterock Ultra, Iowa Games triathlon and duathlon and several other weekend races.
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Jordan and Lindsey, from their store office, talk about the process of acquiring the franchise from Steve and Nancy Bobenhouse and what will happen to their original Heartland Soles running stores, in Johnston and Iowa City. They also chat about changes they have in store and the challenges of retail in a brick-and-mortar business. They also comment on their future status as assistant coaches at Grand View University. Lindsey also talks about her former college teammate at New Mexico Courtney Frerichs, who will be competing in the Olympics later this month.
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I talk about the July 1 sale of the Fitness Sports cenfral Iowa running and apparel store; look back at two classic and important years for Midnight Madness, celebrating its 50th year Saturday; and a busy recap of Fourth of July races including Annie Frisbie, Diane Nukuri, Austin O'Brien, Devin Allbaugh, Marie Feehan, Jacob Green, Jeremy Fopma, Elaina Biechler, Alexina Wilson, Jack Pendergast, Devin Allbaugh, Tyson Wieland and many others.
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A recap from the U.S. Olympic Trials, including a runner-up finish in the 10,000 from Karissa Schweizer of Urbandale, a win from former Iowa State runner Hillary Bor in the men's 3,000 steeplechase and a 12th from Northern Iowa assistant Alexina Wilson in the women's 3,000 steeple. Also, the first public comments from new ISU director Jeremy Sudbury, a flashback to my hometown 5k race and reports from the Sturgis Falls races, the Ames Triathlon and several others events.
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Former Cyclone runner Abby Caldwell and I discuss Martin Smith's departure as track and field director at Iowa State and the elevation of Jeremy Sudbury to the position; a continued commentary on Shelby Houlihan's ban; Karissa Schweizer advancing to Tokyo Olympics in 5,000 and U.S. Olympic Trials results from Jenny Simpson, Daniel Nixon, Hillary Bor, Alexina Wilson, Biya Simbassa, Erik Sowinski and others from Eugene; the retirement of Des Moines triathlete TJ Tollakson and Ironman 70.3 Des Moines results and reaction also from Lesley Smith, Jessica Smith and Tyson Wieland; and a Grandma's Marathon report.
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Brian gives listeners the lowdown on changes to Sunday's event due to the pandemic and preparations being made for a hot day, offers a preview of the course and the best viewing spots for spectators, and explains why Des Moines lost the distinction as the 70.3 North American Championship.
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Discussing Sioux City native Shelby Houlihan's four-year suspension for a banned substance that possibly takes her out of contention for the next two Olympics, Wesley Kiptoo's disappointing 5,000 and 10,000 races at NCAA nationals, Iowa State teammate Festus Lagat's 5th-place finish in the 800 final, runs by Abby Kohut-Jackson and Isaac Basten to the finals, a road race report featuring Diane Nukuri, Kallin Khan and Tyson Wieland and a flashback to the 2014 Grandma's Marathon.
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The former Waverly-Shell Rock all-state performer in track and field and volleyball answers many questions, like, are you ready to leave Iowa State or are you wishing you had more eligibility left? Were you comfortable as a team leader on a young women's squad? And did you ever want to quit track and field because of so many injuries? Why did you choose track over volleyball? And why are you nicknamed Bob?
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Listen to hear an injury update for Ironman 70.3 in Iowa, college runners' updates, honoring my college coach at Buena Vista University, race results with Obsie Birru, Jenny Simpson and Blake Whalen, a flashback to 2010 and an NCAA Outdoor Track Championships preview involving Iowa State's Wesley Kiptoo, Edwin Kurgat, Festus Lagat, Alexander Lomong, Jason Gomez, David Too and Cailie Logue, Iowa's Nathan Mylenek, Drake's Adam Fogg and Isaac Basten and Minnesota's Abby Kohut-Jackson.
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The native of Guttenberg was a volleyball player her freshman year of high school until the cross country coach persuaded her to come out for the sport. Kassie has improved ever since. She talks about her surprise national title in the 10,000 meters in 2019, the team's celebration after winning the NCAA team championship last weekend, unfinished goals for next season, how she began competing in triathlons and the challenges of running in Guttenberg.
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Details about the Loras College women's repeat national championship and the Wartburg College men's historic national title, including the impactful performances by Duhawks stars Kassie Rosenbum and Mike Jasa and the Knights' Christopher Collet, Joe Freiburger and Aubrie Fisher. In Division I, Wesley Kiptoo, Edwin Kurgat, Festus Lagat, Alexander Lomong, Jason Gomez, David Too and Cailie Logue lead the highlights for Iowa State. Drake was led by two sophomore distance runners, Isaac Basten and Adam Fogg, qualifying for Eugene, with Iowa's Nathan Mylenek and Minnesota's Abby Kohut-Jackson representing the Big Ten. I also look back at NAIA nationals, where Dordt College swept the 4x800 national titles in dominant fashion and a surprise or two at the Portland Track Festival.
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Listen to hear the Iowa-based qualifiers for the NCAA West and East Prelims distance events, as well as qualifiers from Iowa colleges in this week's NAIA and NCAA Division III and II national meets. Also hear a race report featuring Hillary Bor, Alexina Wilson and Erik Sowinski.
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Josh offers proof that perseverance is rewarded. After an injury-plagued Drake University career he calls "bittersweet," Josh has flourished on the track as a graduate student at South Dakota State University. He has dropped 57 seconds in the 5,000 meters in just 18 months. He won MVP honors of the recent Summit League event and has his sights set on next week's NCAA West Regional 3,000 steeplechase race in College Station, Texas. Josh also talks about the surprise of winning his first Drake Relays title last month and coaches who have shaped his running career. He also tells the story of CP-U's one-of-a-kind Stormin' Pointers nickname and why he's certain his best races are ahead as he closes the book on his time at SDSU and pursues a professional running career.
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Discussing phenomenal performances over the weekend by Rebekah Topham, Josh Yeager, Wesley Kiptoo, Adam Fogg, Abby Kohut-Jackson, Edwin Kurgat, Thomas Pollard, Callie Logue, Abby Caldwell, Janette Schraft, Oksana Covey, Helen Gould, Ellie Friesen, Tysen VanDraska, Nathan Mylenek, Daniel Soto, Alex Johannes, Adva Cohen, Matthew Carmody, Faith Linga, Kelvin Bungei, Rosalie Fish, Justin Swann, Lilian Busienei, Eleonora Curtabbi, Florance Uwajeneza, Aubrey Fisher, Kassie Rosenbum, Joe Freiburger, Matt Heinzman, Christopher Collet, Dalton Martin, Mika Jasa, Caleb Silver, Ahren Davis, Ben Huftalin, Reed Fischer, Diane Nukuri and many others.
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Relay Iowa has been called the longest relay in the world. Each June, teams of up to 12 gather in Sioux City to make the 339-mile trek over three days and two nights to Dubuque. After being canceled for the first time in 2020 due to the pandemic, race organizers made the difficult decision to forge ahead this year with fewer teams and more safety precautions. The event has raised more than $100,000 for Restoring Hope Village, a group of homes for orphaned children in South Africa, as well as several Iowa-based charities. Covering challenging and beautiful terrain over 339 miles, Relay Iowa truly is the RAGBRAI of running. Listen to hear more. Apologies for some audio issues during the podcast.
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Preview of NJCAA outdoor nationals and recaps from the Golden Games, MIAA conference meet, South Dakota Tune-up, Lone Star conference meet, Wisconsin B1G meet, Heart of America meet, Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic meet, Wartburg dual and Loras Dr. Tucker invite.
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News on American Track League, Tom Kroeschell's retirement, Tinman Elite team change, flashback to a race in Quad Cities and weekend results from Rock Chalk Relays, Trials of Miles KC, Billy Hayes Invitational, West Coast Relays, Illinois State Invitational, Virginia Grand Prix, M City Classic, Grand Valley State Extra, Masanz Classic, NJCAA Region XI Championships, Wartburg Friday Night Lights, Lincoln Half Marathon, Ironman 70.3 St. George, Tri-By-Knight Triathlon.
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The former high school coach talks about his favorite moments from the recent Drake Relays, preparing for meets, his path to announcing, his favorite meet, his unwavering support of athletes and the surprise growth of his Track Guy Foundation that delivers shoes to youths and funds scholarships for high school seniors. Mike also plays the association game, describing Iowa track and field athletes Shelby Houlihan, Erik Sowinski, Karissa Schweizer, Alexis Wilson, Thomas Pollard, Lisa Uhl and Jenny Simpson in three words or less.
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Interviews with Drake Relays champions Daniel Nixon and Roshon Roomes of Iowa State, former Garner-Hayfield prep Reece Smith and Dordt College's Matthew Van Eps, plus a full recap of distance running events from the Drake Relays, Oregon Relays, Fighting Illini Relays, John McDonnell Invitational, Kip Janvrin Open, the Valley O.NE marathon and half marathon and Sioux Falls Skedaddle.
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Bruce is running a mile in every Iowa city in the next year to raise funds for @mission_22, whose goal is to support veterans and stop the cycle of suicide. The central Iowa bartender and new Capital Striders running club board member chats about the pride of carrying the American flag in every one of his shorter running races, his seemingly nonstop energy, being a role model for his children, a new triathlon challenge and his affinity for arcade games
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Diving deep into Drake Relays present and past, recaps from Ironman 70.3 Florida, Iowa State at Virgina Challenge, Drake at K.T. Woodman Classic, Iowa at Husker B1G Invite, UNI at Gibson Invitational, Sioux City Relays, Augustana Meet of Champions, Mount Mercy Mustang Open and Drake Relays Road Races.
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Former U of I runner Meghan Peyton's move to Oregon, interviews with Austjn O'Brien, Kevin Lewis, Pasca Myers, Peyton, Katy Jermann, Jessica Hruska and Tyson Wieland from Blazing 10K road race, recaps from Jim Duncan Invitational, Joe Walker Invitational, B1G Indiana Invite No. 2, South Dakota Challenge, Wichita State Open, Ironman Texas 70.3, NAIA cross country nationals, Center Trails races, Loop the Lake.
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Dennis talks about his time at Iowa State and briefly holding the 10,000-meter record there, the most talented runner he coached at Team USA Minnesota, the Minnesota runners and the events of 1972 that inspired him to write "The River Road," the new book he is working on and why he's coaching track and field at a private college preparatory school.
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Items on Dave Paulsen, Drake Relays, Blazing 10K, Hayward Premiere, B1G Florida Invitational, USD Early Bird, SBU Bearcat Invitational, Loras College Mid-Week Invite.
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Results from Blue Oval Invitational, B1G Invitational, Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays and Raleigh Relays, plus a new segment that looks at the past.
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Blake talks about the challenges of putting on America's Athletic Classic in a pandemic, updates details on the Relays, talks about the rise of the Drake track and cross country programs and the emergence of All-American Adam Fogg.
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Episode mentions Biya Simbassa, Reed Fischer, Kevin Lewis, Diane Nukuri, Katy Jermann, Austin O'Brien, Devin Allbaugh, Blake Whalen, Steve Froeschle, Tyson Wieland, Kelsey Schweizer, others.
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Danna, a former Boone High and Hansons-Brooks professional runner, talks about a hectic 2020 and 2021, where she and husband Justin moved back to Iowa, got new jobs, are building a new house in Norwalk and welcome newborn daughter Murphy on February 13. She al
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Hear about Iowa State and Wesley Kiptoo and Jason Gomez, Adva Cohen, Abby Kohut-Jackson, McKenzie Yanek, Camille Jackson, Reece Smith, Florence Uwajeneza, Matt Hanson.
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