Friday, December 24, 2010

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas from Miami Track & Field!


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CTO

Monday, December 20, 2010

4 More Weeks

4 more weeks until the 1st meet of 2011!


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CTO

Friday, December 17, 2010

Track & Field Camp

Miami Track & Field will be hosting our 2011 Track & Field Camp in June 2011...check it out here...



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Last Day of Exams

Last Day of Exams!

3 weeks until the 2011 season resumes!


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CTO

Friday, December 10, 2010

Last Day of Classes

Last day of classes for the RedHawks...Good Luck w/ Finals!


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CTO

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

REDHAWK RECAP

Junior Diona Graves runs one of the fastest 60m Dash times in Miami Track & Field history...7.52

Layne Baggett runs 8.85 in the 60m Hurdles- over .2 faster than she ran in the same meet last year...AND, she also races her way into the Miami Track & Field Top 10 in the 60m Dash...7.79.

Freshman Erica Mudd nearly sets a new PR in her 1st collegiate meet.

Senior Hope Alexander jumps nearly 2 ft. farther than in the same meet last year.

RedHawks Dominate Sprints at Oiler Opener

Junior Diona Graves dominated the field in the 60m Dash, and sophomore Katie Scannell captured her 1st collegiate victory in the 400m Dash to help the RedHawks run away with the sprinting events at the Oiler Opener.


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Thursday, December 2, 2010

Oiler Opener Previews

Junior Sprinter Diona Graves and Head Coach Kelly Phillips preview the 2010 Oiler Opener...


Watch Diona here...

Watch Coach Phillips here...


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CTO

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

'HAWK HIGHLIGHTS - 2009 Oiler Opener

Watch as Ashley Zaper clears 5' 8" (a new PR) at the 2009 Oiler Opener...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceWcPBmuoJ0

And...read the MURedHawks.com review here...


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CTO

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Post-Fall Track Testing

Congratulations to Layne Baggett (Winner, Standing Triple Jump) and Diona Graves (Winner, Standing Long Jump)...both were repeat winners from our Pre-Fall Track Testing in August!

Results
Standing Triple Jump
1) Baggett - 9.86m (prev. 9.75m)
2) Mudd - 9.84m (prev. 9.59m)
3) Hughey - 9.54m (prev. 8.77m)

Standing Long Jump
1) Graves - 2.62m (prev. 2.52m)
2) Wikar - 2.60m (prev. 2.35m)
3) A. Johnson - 2.58m (prev. 2.43m)

Monday, November 29, 2010

Reviews & Highlights

A NEW Feature will debut on Wednesday...reviews & highlights from the previous season.

So...Look for a review/highlight of the 2009 Findlay Oiler Opener on Wednesday!


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CTO

1st Week of...

...the Track & Field Season!!!


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CTO

Thursday, November 18, 2010

That 'Hawk Is...

Junior Samantha Gable!

Congrats to last week's 'Hawk, Ashley Zaper, for guessing correctly...


In a recent interview, here's what Samantha had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
SG: I chose Miami because I loved the campus and the great academics. I also loved the track team, obviously :)

MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
SG: Miami has great academics, and the team is really close...plus track is really fun!!

MUTF: What do you do in your free time?
SG: I love reading, and spending time with family and friends.

MUTF: What do you enjoy most about Miami?
SG: I love that Oxford is a small town, and I love how close the team is... and I love how beautiful the campus is!

Be sure to tune in next Wednesday for "Name That 'Hawk"...


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Can You Name That 'Hawk?

This Week's 'Hawk...
-Competed in the 2009 USATF Junior National Championships
-Studies Early Childhood Education, and loves working with children
-Is roommates with one of the fastest RedHawks

Tune in Wednesday to learn the identity of this 'Hawk, plus see an in-depth interview with her.


Coach
CTO

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

That 'Hawk Is...

Redshirt freshmen Ashley Zaper!

Congrats to proud alum Kristen Mathews for guessing correctly...she now takes a 3-pt. lead in the race to become the "Best RedHawk Fan".


In a recent interview, here's what Ashley had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
AZ: I really liked the size of the campus, and the school in general. Plus, the track program is great...with our coaches, our program is in a good position. We have a strong team all around.

MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
AZ: Our team, and our coaches, have great relationships with one another. And, that leads to better performances and training. Plus, the campus is gorgeous!

MUTF: What do you do in your free time?
AZ: I like to snowboard, but I also enjoy all watersports. I like spending a lot of time with teammates and friends...

MUTF: What do you enjoy most about Miami?
AZ: Being on the track team...going to practice (and meets) breaks up my academic life. I can't imagine having nothing to do all day but study...haha. Plus, the people here are great.

Be sure to tune in next Wednesday for "Name That 'Hawk"...


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Can You Name That 'Hawk?

This Week's 'Hawk...
-Posted a career-best of 5' 8" in the High Jump last year- an improvement of over 3"!!!
-Studies Exercise Science...
-Has a twin sister...

Tune in Wednesday to learn the identity of this 'Hawk, plus see an in-depth interview with her.


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CTO

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Mini-Meet, Day 2

Congrats to Day 2 Event Winners:

PV: Sarah Kinnaman/Kori Tatman
4x100m Relay: Zaper, Scannell, Baggett, Graves
100m Dash: Rachael Clay
60m Hurdles: Layne Baggett
200m Dash: Ariel Johnson
4x400m Relay: Graves, Presti, Rasch, Scannell

5 weeks until the 1st Meet!


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CTO

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Mini-Meet, Day 1

Despite temperatures that hovered nearly 20 degrees below average, the RedHawks completed Day 1 of their Mini-Meet...

Magda Wikar captured the Long Jump title for the second year-in-a-row, while freshman heptathlete Erica Mudd registered a new lifetime PR.

Mudd, who ranked as one of the Top-35 High Jumpers in high school, managed to win the High Jump as well- despite the conditions.

Tomorrow, the RedHawks return to the track to compete in the Pole Vault, 4x100m Relay, 100m Dash, 60m Hurdles, 200m Dash and 4x400m Relay.


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CTO

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Exciting 4 Days!!!

It's going to be an exciting 4 days for Miami Track & Field!

Marked Throws for the throwers today and tomorrow...2010 Mini-Meet the Sprinters/hurdlers/jumpers tomorrow and Friday...MAC CC Championships on Saturday!

GO REDHAWKS!!!


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CTO

That 'Hawk Is...

Sophomore Katie Scannell!

Congrats to proud alum Kristen Mathews for guessing correctly...she now takes a 2-pt. lead in the race to become the "Best RedHawk Fan"


In a recent interview, here's what Katie had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
KS: Coming to Miami was a last minute decision for me...I had attended a very small University in Nova Scotia, Canada during my freshman year. But, the summer after my freshman year I woke up one morning and said, "I want to transfer.".
So, I started looking into schools around Ohio, and my cousin (whom currently attends Miami) mentioned Miami. I did a little research, came to visit about a month before school started, and was hooked. Miami is ranked-well academically, and has a great campus in a small, safe town. What could be any better? :)


MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
KS: As corny as this may sound - being a part of the track and field team has totally confirmed my decision to transfer. When I tried-out for the team last fall, I was not entirely sure I made the correct decision on transferring. But, once I joined the team- and started running well in the 400m Hurdles during the spring- my feeling about Miami totally transformed. The experience has been amazing so far!

MUTF: What do you do in your free time?
KS: I volunteer at the Bunker Hill Haven House for boys. I go every Thursday evening and tutor/mentor troubled youth for a few hours.

MUTF: What are your goals for this year?
KS: To be the best that I can be! My main event, the 400m Hurdles, was new to me last year...and, my coach says I haven't yet scratched the surface of what I am capable of. So, hopefully, I'll go sub-60 this year!

Be sure to tune in next Wednesday for "Name That 'Hawk"...


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Can You Name That 'Hawk?

This week's 'Hawk...
-Placed in the 2010 MAC Outdoor Championships...
-Studies Health & Physical Education here at Miami, and tutors troubled young people...
-Can sing two different national anthems...

Tune in Wednesday to learn the identity of this 'Hawk, plus see an in-depth interview with her.


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CTO

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

That 'Hawk Is...

Junior Diona Graves!

Congrats to Katie Lenahan for guessing correctly...Proud alum Kristen Mathews still holds a slight edge in the race to become the "Best RedHawk Fan"


In a recent interview, here's what Diona had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
DG: I chose Miami because I felt like I got along well with the team and its a good academic school...plus its a beautiful campus!

MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
DG: We are in a really good situation...our coaches really care about us. So, when they care about you- and you're getting better and better all the time- it's easy to get excited about what you're doing.

MUTF: What do you do in your free time?
DG: I am a movie connoisseur...and I spend a lot of time with my teammates.

MUTF: What are your goals for this year?
DG: I just want to continue to improve...hopefully, that'll result in a trip to Regionals for me (200m Dash) and our team (4x400m Relay).

Be sure to tune in next Wednesday for "Name That 'Hawk"...


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CTO

Deadline Day!!!

Be sure to get your orders in for AUTHENTIC Miami Track & Field Gear!

All orders should be postmarked by today...


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CTO

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Can You Name That 'Hawk?

This week's 'Hawk...
-Was a member of Miami's record-breaking 4x400m Relay team...
-Studies English Literature here at Miami, and is a self-proclaimed movie connoisseur...
-Is from the "Show-Me" State...

Tune in Wednesday to learn the identity of this 'Hawk, plus see an in-depth interview with her.


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CTO

Friday, October 15, 2010

Don't Miss Out...

Place your order for authentic Miami Track & Field gear BEFORE OCT. 20TH!!!!!


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CTO

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

That 'Hawk Is...

Senior Kelley Miller!

Congrats to Katie Lenahan for guessing correctly...


In a recent interview, here's what Kelley had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
KM: I chose Miami because of the beautiful campus and the great academics...and the great Track & Field team, obviously!

MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
KM: The thing I enjoy most about Miami is the personal relationships. At Miami, class sizes are smaller, which allows you to really get to know professors- and have them get to know you. My professors actually care about their students, and push them to be the best they can be!

MUTF: What are your future plans, after you graduate?
KM: As of right now, I am interested in working in a hospital with recovering stroke patients. My major is speech pathology and audiology, with a minor in coaching. I'm interested in the speech pathology/audiology field because it is a very needed field, and it allows for a variety of work options (i.e. rehabilitation centers, retirement facilities, etc.). I want to be able to help people live a full and "normal" life.


Be sure to tune in next Wednesday for "Name That 'Hawk"...


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Can You Name That 'Hawk?

This week's 'Hawk...
-Was a NCAA Regional Qualifier for the 'Hawks last year...
-Studies all things "speech-related"...
-Is originally from the "Wolverine State"...

Tune in Wednesday to learn the identity of this 'Hawk, plus see an in-depth interview with her.


Coach
CTO

Monday, October 11, 2010

Don't forget...

...place your order for authentic Miami Track & Field gear BEFORE OCT. 20TH!!!!!


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CTO

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

NEW Fall Newsletter

Check out our NEW Fall Newsletter here...and be sure to check out the RedHawk Shop, where you'll find authentic Miami Track & Field gear- at GREAT prices!


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CTO

That 'Hawk Is...

Freshman Tori Paterra!

Congrats to Sam Gable for guessing correctly...


In a recent interview, here's what Tori had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
TP: I chose Miami because of the beautiful campus, the great academics, and the track team.

MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
TP: Our track team is really fun...our academic reputation is great...and our school is beautiful!

MUTF: I know you're just a freshman, but what is your plan for the future?
TP: I want to go into Physical Therapy and work with athletes...


Be sure to tune in next Wednesday for "Name That 'Hawk"...


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Can You Name That 'Hawk?

This week's 'Hawk...
-Was the 5th-ranked high school Javelin thrower in the US in her senior season...
-Would love to be a physical therapist someday...
-Is the daughter of a former NFL player.

Tune in Wednesday to learn the identity of this 'Hawk, plus see an in-depth interview with her.


Coach
CTO

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

That 'Hawk Is...

Freshman Kate Carter!

Congrats to Rachel Patterson for guessing correctly...


In a recent interview, here's what Kate had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
KC: I chose Miami near the end of my senior year...once I got in contact with Coach Kelly, and went on my official visit, I instantly fell in love with the campus (even though the day of my visit was a snow day!). It's one of the best choices I've made.

MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
KC: Miami is such a prestigious school- both academically and athletically- and it's such a gorgeous campus. Plus, everyone is so nice here- they're very caring and understanding!!!

MUTF: As a Miami student-athlete, we know that you are very busy with your academic and athletic endeavors...what do you do in your free time?
KC: I don't have much free time, but, when I do I listen to music, read and write stories. Could I be a future novelist?...I think so . :)


Be sure to tune in next Wednesday for "Name That 'Hawk"...


Coach
CTO

Can You Name That 'Hawk?

This week's 'Hawk...
-Was one of the top distance runners in the State of Michigan during her senior season...
-Fashions herself as a future novelist...
-Has already established herself as one of the top freshmen in the MAC during her inaugural cross cross country season.

Tune in this afternoon to learn the identity of this 'Hawk, plus see an in-depth interview with her.


Coach
CTO

Friday, September 24, 2010

Unload Week

It's the end of Track & Field's 1st "20-hr. week"...the girls look tired...time for an Unload week!


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CTO

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

That 'Hawk Is...

Freshman Kori Tatman!

Congrats to Rachael Clay for guessing correctly...


In a recent interview, here's what Kori had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
KT: For me, it came down to 2 schools, and I just decided that I liked it better here at Miami...everything was better than anywhere else. Plus, I wanted to study nursing, and we were able to make that work here.

MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
KT: Miami is such a great campus...all the people that I have met have been great! Plus, everyone is committed to making us the best athletes- and students- that we can be!

MUTF: As a Miami student-athlete, we know that you are very busy with your academic and athletic endeavors...what do you do in your free time?
KT: Honestly, I don't do much outside of school and track...as a freshman, I'm still getting used to everything.


Be sure to tune in next Wednesday for "Name That 'Hawk"...


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Can You Name That 'Hawk?

Can You Name That 'Hawk?...

This Week's 'Hawk...
-Was one of the top high school pole vaulters in the U.S. in 2010 (#24)...
-Attended a "hyphenated" school in southeast Ohio...
-Is a nursing major here at Miami...

Tune in tomorrow to learn the identity of this 'Hawk, plus see an in-depth interview with her.


Coach
CTO

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

That 'Hawk Is...

Senior Rachel Patterson!

Congrats to proud alum Kristen Mathews for guessing correctly...she takes the lead in the race to become the "Best RedHawk Fan".


In a recent interview, here's what Rachel had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
RP: When it came time to decide on where I would attend college, I had no direction...I just knew I wanted to run collegiately. My high school coach told me he thought I would do well at Miami. So, I looked into the school and took a visit...once I arrived, it blew away every other school! It's gorgeous here!


MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
RP: Miami is a great place! Great academics, great athletics...and it's all situated on a gorgeous campus!


MUTF: So far- what do you enjoy most about Miami?
RP: My favorite thing about Miami is the fall season. Fall is my favorite season because I'm a fall baby, its cross country time, and the campus is unbelievably gorgeous!

Over the years, Miami has begun to feel like home...it's just small enough to make you feel like we have something really unique here.


MUTF: As a Miami student-athlete, we know that you are very busy with your academic and athletic endeavors...what do you do in your free time?
RP: Outside of school and running, I volunteer at the Knolls(a local retirement community) in the physical therapy department. Other than that, I'm just a normal college kid...hanging out with friends and finding ways to NOT do homework.

"Name That 'Hawk" will return next week on Wednesday...

Coach
CTO

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Can You Name That 'Hawk?

Can You Name That 'Hawk?...

This Week's 'Hawk...
-Is one of the top distance runners in Miami history.
-Was almost named Elvira by her parents.
-Hails from the "D"...or at least a nearby suburb.

Tune in tomorrow to learn the identity of this 'Hawk, plus see an in-depth interview with her.


Coach
CTO

Monday, September 13, 2010

We're about to get serious...

Last week of 8-hr. practice for Track & Field...


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CTO

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Becca Williams inducted into MU Hall of Fame!

Congratulations to Miami Track & Field Alum Becca Williams! Ms. Williams will be inducted into the Miami University Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday, October 23rd...


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CTO

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

That 'Hawk Is...

Freshman Erica Mudd!

Congrats to Rachael Clay for guessing correctly...Miami alums Kristen Mathews and Alexis Lape are currently tied in the race to become the "Best RedHawk Fan".


In a recent interview, here's what Erica had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
EM: I chose Miami because it had a great academic reputation, and it was a beautiful campus. Oh, and Coach Towne showed me lots of love!


MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
EM: Miami is a great place! And, while it may seem like a small town, there's really TONS of stuff to do...within your residence hall, or just in the general public.


MUTF: So far- what do you enjoy most about Miami?
EM: The people here are really friendly and the food is really good too :)

MUTF: As a Miami student-athlete, we know that you are very busy with your academic and athletic endeavors...what do you do in your free time?

EM: Outside of school and track I enjoy playing basketball, reading, video games, and...food :)

"Name That 'Hawk" will take a week off, and then return on a new day...Wednesday, Sept. 15th!

Coach
CTO

Friday, September 3, 2010

Name That 'Hawk, Week 5

Name That 'Hawk, Week 5

Can you "Name That 'Hawk..."?


-This 'Hawk ranks as one of the tallest RedHawks...
-This 'Hawk was one of the top high school athletes in the country in her event(#35)...
-This 'Hawk is one of two "multi-eventer's" on the RedHawk team...


If you can "Name That 'Hawk", post your answer! The first correct answer will earn points towards winning the title of "Best RedHawk Fan"

Tune-in tomorrow for the answer, as well an in-depth interview with this 'Hawk!

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Goal Meetings

Goal Meetings all day...great to hear from our girls on where they want to go!


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CTO

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Day 3 results

Congratulations, AGAIN, to Diona Graves (Winner...30m Test, 60m Test, and Overhead Shot Throw)...and Team White! Team White won their dual meet with Team Red, 59-11.

Day 3 Results
Overhead Shot Throw
1) Diona Graves - 13.13m
2) Magda Wikar - 12.96m
3) Ruthie Rasch - 12.79m
4) Erica Mudd - 12.13m

30m Time Trial
1) Diona Graves - 4.33
2) Ashley Zaper - 4.40
3) Katie Scannell - 4.41
4) Layne Baggett - 4.43

60m Time Trial
1) Diona Graves - 7.61 (click here for video)
2) Ashley Zaper - 7.93 (click here for video)
3) Layne Baggett - 7.94 (click here for video)
4) Katie Scannell - 7.97 (click here for video)


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CTO

Friday, August 27, 2010

Day 2 Results!

Congratulations to Diona Graves (Winner, Vertical Jump), Rachael Clay(Winner, 400m Time Trial), and Team White!

Day 1 Results
Vertical Jump
1) Diona Graves - 32.1"
2) Ariel Johnson - 28.2"
3) Rachael Clay - 28.0"
4) Ashley Zaper - 27.3"

400m Time Trial(Heat 1, Heat 2, Heat 3)
1) Rachael Clay - 57.80
2) Ruthie Rasch - 58.40
3) Katie Scannell - 58.60
4) Diona Graves - 58.60


So, after Day 2, Team White holds a commanding lead over Team Red in their dual meet, 34-4.

That 'Hawk Is...

Senior Hope Alexander!

Congrats to Miami alum Kristen Mathews for being the first person to submit the correct answer, again! Mathews and fellow alum Alexis Lape now are dead-even in the race to become the "Best RedHawk Fan".


In a recent interview, here's what Hope had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
HA: I chose Miami because I used to skate, and Miami has a really good skating team. But, after I decided to attend Miami, I had a really good outdoor track season my senior year in high school, and I decided I would rather run track.


MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
HA: We are not only an increasingly-talented team, but we are also all invested in each others success. You'll have a hard time finding a team as close as we are!


MUTF: What's your best memory- so far- of your time at Miami?
HA: I have so many...but... one of the most embarrassing/fun moments for me was doing the "Napoleon Dynamite" dance with Ruthie, Magda, and Katie during our freshman year!

MUTF: As a Miami student-athlete, we know that you are very busy with your academic and athletic endeavors...what do you do in your free time?
HA: Outside of school and track, I like to bake, but I'm not very good at it. I also love travelling and playing with my dog.

Be sure to tune in next Thursday, to see if you can "Name That 'Hawk..."!



Coach
CTO

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Name That 'Hawk, Week 4

Name That 'Hawk, Week 4

Can you "Name That 'Hawk..."?


-This 'Hawk spent most of her summer in France...
-This 'Hawk is a former figure skater...
-This 'Hawk loves to bake- but is terrible at it!


If you can "Name That 'Hawk", post your answer! The first correct answer will earn points towards winning the title of "Best RedHawk Fan"

Tune-in tomorrow for the answer, as well an in-depth interview with this 'Hawk!

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Day 1 Results!

Congratulations to Layne Baggett (Winner, Standing Triple Jump), Diona Graves (Winner, Standing Long Jump), and Team White!

Day 1 Results
Standing Triple Jump
1) Baggett - 9.75m
2) Kinnaman - 9.72m
3) Mudd - 9.59m
4) Graves - 9.43m

Standing Long Jump
1) Graves - 2.52m
2) AJohnson - 2.43m
3) Clay - 2.36m
4) Cristofoli - 2.36m


So, after Day 1, Team White leads Team Red in their dual meet, 19-0.

1st Practice Today!

1st practice today! We're testing each athlete in the Standing Long Jump, Standing Triple Jump, and Back Squat...let's see who rises to the occasion!


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CTO

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Practice tomorrow...

A couple more meetings to go...NCAA Compliance...Weight Room Material...practice starts tomorrow!


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CTO

Monday, August 23, 2010

1st Team Meeting

1st Team Meeting of the year...the pre-season starts on Wednesday!


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1st day...

1st day of Classes!


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CTO

Friday, August 20, 2010

It all starts...

School starts Monday...Practice starts Wednesday.


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CTO

That 'Hawk is...

Senior Katie Lenahan!

Congrats to Miami alum Kristen Mathews for being the first person to submit the correct answer! She currently sits in 2nd place (behind fellow alum Alexis Lape) in the race to become the "Best RedHawk Fan".


In a recent interview, here's what Katie had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
KL: I chose Miami because it was close to home, the academics were challenging, and I felt comfortable on the beautiful campus. I also felt Miami would help me improve as a runner.


MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
KL: Miami is a great institution to attend because you get a quality education, while also being part of a team who is dedicated to being the best. Plus, the campus is beautiful and the people are lovely! I can't imagine being anywhere else!

MUTF: What's your best memory- so far- of your time at Miami?
KL: I can't pick just one memory! The back-to-back MAC championships, of course, were quite enjoyable...but, I also have loved the little moments the most...going on bus rides, singing in the cold tank, and staying to talk for an hour after dinner- just to put off homework!


MUTF: As a Miami student-athlete, we know that you are very busy with your academic and athletic endeavors...what do you do in your free time?
KL: When I am not in class- or I'm not running- I love to take naps and play solitaire. I'm addicted to both!!!


Be sure to tune in next Thursday, to see if you can "Name That 'Hawk..."!



Coach
CTO

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Name That 'Hawk, Week 3

Can you "Name That 'Hawk..."?


-This 'Hawk studies chemistry here at Miami...
-This 'Hawk is one of the best 800m runners in Miami Track & Field history...
-This 'Hawk is 5' 2" tall...her boyfriend is 6' 9"!


If you can "Name That 'Hawk", post your answer! The first correct answer will earn points towards winning the title of "Best RedHawk Fan"

Tune-in tomorrow for the answer, as well an in-depth interview with this 'Hawk!

Move-In Day

Move-In Day...great to finally have the Class of 2014 on campus!

Go RedHawks!


Coach
CTO

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

The RedHawks are returning...

The RedHawks are returning to campus...it's going to be great to finally have everyone here again!


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Being on the Same Page...

Great chat with our Strength & Conditioning Coach this afternoon...it's great when everyone is on the same page- achieving OPTIMAL performance!


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CTO

They all return...

Can't wait for ALL of the ladies to return!

Upperclassmen are already trickling in...freshmen arrive in 2 days!


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CTO

Monday, August 16, 2010

Another GREAT day!

Another GREAT day in Oxford...85 degrees and sunny!


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CTO

Monday, August 9, 2010

1 Week To Go

I'll be out of the office this week...gotta be refreshed for the start of the year!

Go RedHawks!


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CTO

Friday, August 6, 2010

What Type of Work Do YOU Do?

Another Friday afternoon spent reviewing research...

Smart Work + Hard Work = Miami Track & Field!


Coach
CTO

That 'Hawk Is...

Senior Amanda Mirochna!

Congrats to Miami alum Alexis Lape for being the first person to submit the correct answer...again! She is quickly establishing herself as the "Best RedHawk Fan".


In a recent interview, here's what Amanda had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
AM: When I started searching for schools, I came across Miami...I was blown away by how beautiful it was! Then, when I visited, I quickly saw that everything suited me perfectly...especially the size of the campus...not too big, not too small. Plus, everyone I met on my visit was friendly and helpful. I could tell that Miami was going to help prepare me for the rest of my life.


MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
AM: There are so many advantages...I'll just name a few, though!
1) Our program is awesome...we take training very seriously, BUT, we also have lots of fun...it's like having another family.
2) Our Coaches. They are extremely personable (Coach Towne is my favorite!) They have a tremendous amount of knowledge...which is why their athletes always improve.
3) Our campus...its beautiful! It is what you would imagine a college campus would look like!


MUTF: What's your best memory- so far- of your time at Miami?
AM: Winning the 2009 MAC Cross Country Championships...no one but us thought we could "repeat" our 2008 Championship- but we did! Also, traveling to big meets, like the Penn Relays...it gives us a chance to bond as a team during the bus rides, plane rides, etc.- and we get to go toe-to-toe with the "best" in the country!


MUTF: As a Miami student-athlete, we know that you are very busy with your academic and athletic endeavors...what do you do in your free time?
AM: I enjoy a good book...I like to take bike rides...I like to grill...and I LOVE to take naps!!!


Be sure to tune in next Thursday, to see if you can "Name That 'Hawk..."!



Coach
CTO

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Name That 'Hawk, Week 2

Can you "Name That 'Hawk..."?


-This 'Hawk has plans to become a social studies teacher after her time at Miami...
-This 'Hawk was a member of Miami's back-to-back MAC Cross Country Championships in 2008 amd 2009.
-This 'Hawk's last name is frequently mis-pronounced...the mis-pronunciation resembles a type of fruit.


If you can "Name That 'Hawk", post your answer! The first correct answer will earn points towards winning the title of "Best RedHawk Fan"

Tune-in tomorrow for the answer, as well an in-depth interview with this 'Hawk!

They're Smart!

Congratulations to the 2010 Miami Track & Field Team...the ladies were selected as an All-Academic Team! Click here to read the release...

It's the sixth consecutive year they've received this honor!


Coach
CTO

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Movin' along...

Movin' along in our search for a new throws coach...gonna get someone great!


Coach
CTO

Who Wouldn't Want To Come To Miami?...

What sprinter/hurdler/jumper wouldn't want to come to Miami?...

It's going to be 95 degrees today in Oxford!


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Keep it Easy!

We're excited about our new arrangement with Front Rush!

Front Rush, which is an athletics software firm, will allow us to manage Miami Track & Field much more efficiently!


Coach
CTO

Miami Track & Field Alums

Calling all Miami Track & Field Alums!

Would you like to stay up-to-date with Miami Track & Field? If so, complete our Alumni Questionnaire (here)...you will receive all of the latest Miami Track & Field information...including our NEW e-newsletter!


Coach
CTO

Monday, August 2, 2010

Great Day!

The ladies' start on their 2nd training cycle today...The coaches' start on their 2nd month of recruiting today...it's a great day to be a RedHawk!


Coach
CTO

Friday, July 30, 2010

Let's Create The Order!

Monday starts our 2nd training cycle...Let's Create The Order!


Coach
CTO

That 'Hawk Is...

Senior Ruthie Rasch!
Congrats to "Alexis" for being the first person to submit the correct answer...she is now in the running to be called "Best RedHawk Fan".


In a recent interview, here's what Ruthie had to say:

MUTF: How'd you decide on Miami?
RR: I only looked at 3 schools seriously- one from each NCAA division. I eventually decided on Miami because it had a good reputation for being academically rigorous, and because it was the closest school to my family...what can I say, I'm a home-body! Then, I visited and met with a the Track & Field staff, and began to realize that I had a chance to compete at a D1 school. This realization was both humbling and also an opportunity of a lifetime that, in the end, I realized I just couldn't pass up.

MUTF: What advice would you have for someone who is considering becoming a part of the Miami Track & Field family?
RR: Meet a wide variety of girls- not just the girls in your event area...it's always amazing to me to see how much passion everyone has for their event! Also, ask lots of questions!

MUTF: What's your best memory- so far- of your time at Miami?
RR: As a student athlete at Miami, I've really enjoyed the relationships that I have made with my teammates, coaches, and professors. But, my best "Miami Memory" took place this past spring, when we shattered the school record in the 4x400m Relay at the MAC Championships. We ran 3:42, and posted a 7 second improvement over our previous seasonal best- we really showed ourselves that we do have what it takes to be champions...it was wonderful! (to see Ruthie and her teammates break the school record, click here.

MUTF: As a Miami student-athlete, we know that you are very busy with your academic and athletic endeavors...what do you do in your free time?
RR: I am a Mass Coordinator at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Uptown Oxford...I have been a member of my dorms' Community Council, which planned all types of events for residents...and I am a proud member of the National Science Teachers Association :)


Be sure to tune in next Thursday, to see if you can "Name That 'Hawk..."!



Coach
CTO

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Name That 'Hawk...

Can you "Name That 'Hawk..."?


-This 'Hawk is planning on being a science teacher upon graduation from Miami...
-This 'Hawk was a part of the school record-breaking 4x400m Relay team, which ran 3:42...
-This 'Hawk is a Mass Coordinator at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Uptown Oxford...


If you can "Name That 'Hawk", post your answer! The first correct answer will earn points towards winning the title of "Best RedHawk Fan".

Tune-in tomorrow for the answer, as well an in-depth interview with this 'Hawk!


Coach
CTO

"Name That Hawk..."

Be sure to check out MiamiTrackAndField.blogspot.com this afternoon...a new interactive feature, called "Name That Hawk..." will debut. Will you be able to "Name That Hawk"?


Coach
CTO

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Great Examples

Patterson, Mitchell and Mirochna are 3 great examples of what Miami Track & Field is- and will be!

http://www.muredhawks.com/sports/w-track/spec-rel/072810aaa.html

Coach
CTO

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

4th Week of Training...

4th week of training (2nd for freshmen)...can't wait for the RedHawks to return to campus!


Coach
CTO

Make A Difference?

Excited about how many seniors-to-be are excited about the Red & White!

LOTS of great girls that want to make a difference here at Miami!


Coach
CTO

Monday, July 26, 2010

Where we are headed...

Love talking with the girls about where we are headed, and how we are going to get there! Go RedHawks!


Coach
CTO

Don't Forget!

Don't forget...Miami Track & Field's 2010-2011 Schedule will be released on MURedHawks.com @ 12pm!!!


Coach
CTO

Friday, July 23, 2010

Cutting Edge

Spent the afternoon immersed in research...Miami Track & Field is on the cutting-edge!


Coach
CTO

What is Miami Track & Field?

Talent+Drive+Intelligence = Miami Track & Field


Coach
CTO

Thursday, July 22, 2010

NEW Schedule!

Miami Track & Field's 2010-2011 Schedule to be released on MURedHawks.com on Monday @ 12pm!


Coach
CTO

It's a GREAT day...

It's another GREAT day to be a RedHawk! Can't wait for the season to begin!


Coach
CTO

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Excited!

Seniors-to-be are EXCITED about Miami Track & Field! They're gonna look great in Red & White!


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

New Warm-Up Videos

New Warm-Up Videos posted at www.youtube.com/user/RedHawkTrackAndField

Check 'em out...


Coach
CTO

20 Days...

20 days of contacting the VERY BEST seniors-to-be! To be the best, you have to recruit the best!


Coach
CTO

Monday, July 19, 2010

The NEW Miami Track & Field Blog

Miami Track & Field is moving into the 21st century!


We are now on:

Facebook...(www.facebook.com/MiamiTrackAndField)
YouTube...(www.youtube.com/user/RedHawkTrackAndField)
Twitter...(www.twitter.com/MUTrackAndField)


And, you can still find us here, as well!


Look for daily updates througout the 2010-2011 season!


Coach
CTO

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Off To a Solid Start...

Our season got off to a solid start this weekend at Vanderbilt University's Black & Gold Classic. We had several highlights, including:

-Magdalena Halina Wikar's lifetime PR in the LJ. Magda jumped 5.73m (19' 8.75") to win the meet. Teammate Nicki Mitchell took 2nd place.

-Sophomore sensation Rachael Clay's liftime PR in the 200m Dash. Clay eclipsed her previous PR by .6 seconds, as she posted a time of 25.12.

-Freshman phenom Layne Baggett's lifetime PR in the 100m Hurdles. Layne ran 14.35 to place second.

-Diona Graves nearly-lifetime PR in the 100m Dash. Graves took 2nd place, finishing in a time of 12.02. Her teammate, Margarita Pogorelov, finished just behind her in 12.05 seconds.

This weekend, we'll look to continue our solid start "on the Plains", as we travel to Auburn, AL.


Coach
CTO

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Black & Gold Classic

The 2010 Outdoor Track & Field season officially gets under way this weekend for the RedHawks.

We'll travel south to Nashville for Vanderbilt's Black & Gold Classic. It'll be a great opportunity for the girls to transition from practices to competitions. I'm excited to see how we perform.


Coach
CTO

Thursday, March 18, 2010

It's been a while...

It's been a while since I've posted...

Unfortunately, we did not do as well as we had hoped at MAC's- we finished a disappointing 4th. But,.....

We WILL be relentless in our desire to Create The Order. We have been working hard in the three weeks since the Indoor season ended, and we can't wait for the Outdoor season to begin. We'll open our 2010 Outdoor campaign at Vanderbilt on March 26th-27th.

59 days until MAC's!!


Coach
-CTO

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Ball State Preview

Senior vaulter Amanda Rhoades offers a preview of the Ball State Quadrangular Meet...

Tomorrow, we travel to Ball State for a quad meet against Ball State, Western Michigan, and Northern Illinois. This meet will serve as a final tune-up for the MAC meet next weekend at Central Michigan. This weekend, we are thinking big, staying motivated, and competing with passion so that it will carry over into next week’s championships.

Although the meet is small, we still need to make every opportunity count. We cannot forget the "little things" of every event. We must get better every meet, so that when we arrive at CMU we are at the top of our game and ready to compete for the MAC title.

8 days until the MAC Championships! CTO!

Amanda

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Details...Details...Details

Even though we didn't have the most detail-oriented performance, we were able to win the 2010 All-Ohio Championships. Highlights included:

Nicki Mitchell's NCAA-qualifying mark in the Pentathlon. Nicki posted a lifetime-best of 3,884 pts. to finish first, which currently ranks her 14th in the country. Her score also included a new lifetime-best of 5.95m (19' 6") in the Long Jump.

On the track, Rachael Clay led the way for the RedHawks in capturing the 400m Dash, and running a leg on the victorius 4x400m Relay. Fellow sophomore Diona Graves also performed well for the RedHawks, as she registered a new PR in the 60m Dash (7.75) and placed second in the 200m Dash.

We will have one final tune-up meet, as we travel to Muncie, IN for the Ball State Quadrangular on Friday. Senior Amanda Rhoades will provide a meet preview on Thursday's blog entry.


CTO

Friday, February 12, 2010

All-Ohio Championships Preview

Senior Captain Brittney Bernardoni offers a preview of this weekend's All-Ohio Championships...

Wow, this season is going fast! There's only 14 days left to the MAC Championships- where we plan to show just how far we've come this year.

Until then, though, we are taking it one step at a time...this weekend we are headed to the All-Ohio Championship in Bowling Green. Our training is really starting to pay off, and we expect to have some big things happening at this meet. All-Ohios will be our warm-up for MACs, so I can’t wait to see how many PR’s we achieve!

My favorite part about this team is how well we have come together as a team. No matter where you are at a meet, you can hear Miami voices encouraging our teammates…“I see your Hope!” “Lookin’ good Amanda!” “That ‘a way Kristen!” “Get After it Nik!” Everyone knows your PR and your goal for the meet, and can’t wait to congratulate you once you achieve it.

This team atmosphere will make the MAC Championships even more fun and exciting, as we watch our teammates taking down the competition. We have made a Commitment to take care of business on and off the track these last few weeks to put ourselves in the best position possible to accomplish great things on the 26th and 27th.

This year, we're gonna Create The Order!

Britt

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Meyo Invite Preview

Nicki Mitchell, a senior multi-eventer for the RedHawks, offers a preview of this weekend's Meyo Invite at Notre Dame...


So far, we have had some solid performances, with numerous PRs at every meet. It’s exciting to see that the hard work we put in at practice is paying off...

What’s even more exciting is seeing the team's excitement...everyone is keeping track of everyone else’s PRs and sharing in their excitement. And, when you have that kind of team unity, you can really feel how committed this team is to winning a conference championship! We are encouraging each other to improve at every meet because we all have the same goal- to win MAC's.

But, despite the exciting outcomes we have had so far, we cannot be satisfied yet. Our training is built to peak at MAC's, so in the words of Frank Sinatra...the best is yet to come.

Nicki
21 days until MAC's...CTO

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Making Progress...

Our RedHawk ladies made good progress this past weekend at the Indiana Relays. Highlights included:

On the track, Margarita Pogorelov lowered her seasonal-best in the 60m Dash to 7.64 seconds, while Rachael Clay posted a new PR of 56.31 in the 400m Dash. Clay also anchored the 4x400m Relay to a 3:54 clocking.

In the field, senior captain Nicki Mitchell stole the show by winning the Invitational Long Jump. In doing so, she also posted a new PR in the Long Jump, jumping 5.70m. Other field highlights included sophomore Sarah Kinnaman's new PR of 3.50m in the Pole Vault, Hope Alexander's seasonal-best of 11.69m in the Triple Jump, and Kristen Mathews 2nd-place finish in the High Jump.

This week, we'll head to South Bend to compete in the ultra-competitive Meyo Invitational at Notre Dame...senior captain Nicki Mitchell will be posting a preview on Thursday.


CTO

Thursday, January 28, 2010

IU Relays Preview

Kristen Mathews, a senior high jumper for the RedHawks, offers a preview of this weekend's Indiana Relays...


Miami’s Women’s Track and Field Team cannot wait for the MAC Championships...This year, we are going to MAC's to "Create The Order”...We want rings, and we are going after them.

On the way to MAC's...we have things to do. This week, we're off to the Indiana Relays, where we'll show the progress that we have made in our training.


In the sprints, we have the super-fast Lindsey Forconi, Diona Graves and Margarita Pogorelov entered in the 60m and 200m Dashes. “We're getting into competitions now, so, practice has changed...we're trying to sustain our fitness- not build on it" says sophomore Lindsey "Linda" Forconi. "I like it, because it makes me feel fresher...like I'm more able to run fast. I'm excited, because so far the training feels successful and I want to see how well everyone does this weekend!"


In the other sprints/hurdles events, MU will have Rachael Clay, Maria Holztrager, Tasha Profit, and Ruthie Rasch banking around the rest of the field in the 400m Dash, while freshman Layne Baggett and junior Alex DeWitz will be hurdling over the competition in the 60m Hurdles. The RedHawks will also look to keep their 4x400m Relay unbeaten streak intact, as they face their toughest competition to date.


In the jumps, Adrienne Cristofoli, Nicki Mitchell, and Magda Wikar will be long jumping, while Hope Alexander and Krista Stillson will be triple jumping. All will be jumping far. Across the infield, Alyssa Janezic, Kristen Mathews and Nicki Mitchell will be jumping high. "Our jumpers are making progress every week," says Kristen Mathews. "Every time we miss it’s just something little, so when it all comes together, like it is starting to, we are going to have some very nice looking jumps over some very high bars.”


And, last but not least, Vaulters Brittney Bernardoni, Sarah Kinnaman, Amanda Rhoades, and Hannah Tabler will be vaulting so high they could stop and change the lightbulbs in IU’s oddly lit facility. "Everyone is making huge improvements in practice and it will show in the meets when it matters most,” said senior Brittney Bernardoni.


CTO: 28 days.

Kristen

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Competing with Passion

"Nothing great has even been accomplished without passion."
-German Author

Our ladies showed much greater passion this weekend, as we competed at the Indiana University Gladstein Invitational. Highlights included:


Day 1
Senior Captain Nicki Mitchell nearly recorded an NCAA Provisional Qualifying mark in the Pentathlon. Her score was less than 90 points shy of her personal-best. Look for Nicki to hit the provisional mark very soon.

Our "field" group was led by Hope Alexander, who improved her season's best Triple Jump by nearly .5 meters. Hope is quickly re-becoming one of the MAC's best triple jumpers.


Day 2
Our 4x400m relay team ran nearly 5.5 seconds faster than a week ago, to post a time of 3:51.01...Rachel Clay led the way with another solid anchor leg (55.4 seconds). Clay was also part of a 200m contingent (Pogorelov, Graves, Clay) who showed marked improvement, as we posted 3 of the top times at the meet.

In the field, senior captain Brittney Bernardoni led the way, as she recorded a new seasonal-best in the Pole Vault (3.72m). Brittney will soon be clearing really high bars.


Kristen Mathews, a senior high jumper, will be posting a preview of the Indiana Relays on Thursday...


Coach
CTO

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Better Things To Come...

The season began in earnest on Saturday, as we competed at the BGSU Women's Team Challenge.

Highlights included Rachael Clay's anchor leg of the 4x400m Relay and Magda Wikar's effort in the Long Jump. Rachael ran a poised, passionate 56.3 split to keep us undefeated in the 4x400m Relay on the year. Magda rebounded from a poor preliminary round and recorded two solid jumps in the Finals to place third.

Overall, our month-long layoff was apparent, as the girls seemed flat- just as I expected. That will change, however, over the next few weeks. We'll now begin to adjust our training to allow for optimal performances at the end of February...


CTO

Friday, January 15, 2010

It's Time...

It's time for our Indoor Season to begin in earnest, as we head to the BGSU Women's Challenge tomorrow. Several MAC schools will be there, including Ball State, Bowling Green State, Central Michigan and Toledo.

The girls have had a very solid week of practice this week, as we transition into the 2nd semester. It'll be exciting to see how we perform tomorrow. And, even more exciting, performances should get better and better throughout the remainder of the season!

CTO in 41 days!


Coach