I know, I know, it's way too early, but I am seeing a lot more people signing up for indoor track. Is that just me or could this be true?
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Do we think Fries can break Heath's 3200 record?
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yay marxism wrote:
Do we think Fries can break Heath's 3200 record?
Yes, I thought Mechura had a decent shot with good weather, but then he got injured and wasn't 100% during track. Haven't seen him race this fall for North Carolina either
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Gremlin wrote:
Yes, I thought Mechura had a decent shot with good weather, but then he got injured and wasn't 100% during track. Haven't seen him race this fall for North Carolina either
I think North Carolina is a curse for Minnesota runners. Both Brecker and Mechura went there and have not been running. I don't know if they're hurt or what, but it's disappointing for sure
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Theboysrun wrote:
Gremlin wrote:
Yes, I thought Mechura had a decent shot with good weather, but then he got injured and wasn't 100% during track. Haven't seen him race this fall for North Carolina either
I think North Carolina is a curse for Minnesota runners. Both Brecker and Mechura went there and have not been running. I don't know if they're hurt or what, but it's disappointing for sure
Yes it is, Breker has barely worn the UNC jersey. Qualified for U20 xc a few years back with Aidan Jones (during his redshirt year I believe), then ran 4 races last outdoor season. Might have gotten injured again before conference 10k though?
https://tf.tfrrs.org/athletes/8583928/North_Carolina/Noah_Breker.html
Also Mechura was listed on the regions and nationals lists, but didn't run anything this fall. Wondering if he was close to being ready, but not quite there? Hoping someone can provide some insight on these two. Hope we see them soon in indoor and/or outdoor
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Got some USATF meets that have happened already! A few notable times below:
- Simeon Donaldson (EP) - 1:55.7 800
- Tate Goergen (GMLOKS) - 1:56.7 800
- Aaron Peterson (Anoka) 1:57.2 800
- Connor Heltemes (Chan) - 4:41 Mile
- Will Schwenn (Blake) - 9:12 3k
- Noella Ross (Chaska) - 2:12.4 800
- Amelia Borgen (Bloom Jeff) - 5:15 Mile
- Carley LaMotte (Burnsville) - 10:03 3k
Got a few more of these meets coming in January/February too
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Here is the 2026 Minnesota XC thread I started:
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This is a very impressive and deep start to the season. Very excited to see how these athletes improve!
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Yeah there is way more people signing up, just look at the entries for tomorrow's meet at the UOM.
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USATF Meet #4 today. Couple of the top times listed below but good amount of recognizable names in the mile and 5k!
https://results.wayzatatiming.com/meets/59338
- Erik Semling (Cotter) - 4:21 Mile and 9:09 3k
- Carley LaMotte (Bursnville) - 4:49 Mile
- Aaron Peterson (Anoka) - 1:56.6 800
- Ben Schendel (Mpls SW) - 1:57.9 800
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UMN Showcase photos
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Ice Cold wrote:
USATF Meet #4 today. Couple of the top times listed below but good amount of recognizable names in the mile and 5k!
- Erik Semling (Cotter) - 4:21 Mile and 9:09 3k
- Carley LaMotte (Bursnville) - 4:49 Mile
- Aaron Peterson (Anoka) - 1:56.6 800
- Ben Schendel (Mpls SW) - 1:57.9 800
Carley LaMotte is on fire right now. A 4:49 indoor mile puts her at #3 in the nation and #1 in the nation for flat track. That kind of time in January is very rare. If she continues this streak she will for sure break Yetzer's state record of 4:41. I believe she trains with Momentum Performance, the same group as Risser. The training there needs to be studied
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Theboysrun wrote:
Ice Cold wrote:
USATF Meet #4 today. Couple of the top times listed below but good amount of recognizable names in the mile and 5k!
- Erik Semling (Cotter) - 4:21 Mile and 9:09 3k
- Carley LaMotte (Bursnville) - 4:49 Mile
- Aaron Peterson (Anoka) - 1:56.6 800
- Ben Schendel (Mpls SW) - 1:57.9 800
Carley LaMotte is on fire right now. A 4:49 indoor mile puts her at #3 in the nation and #1 in the nation for flat track. That kind of time in January is very rare. If she continues this streak she will for sure break Yetzer's state record of 4:41. I believe she trains with Momentum Performance, the same group as Risser. The training there needs to be studied
Is Yetzer's state record a 1600? Looks like LaMotte ran full mile. Will be exciting to follow this spring
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Gremlin wrote:
Is Yetzer's state record a 1600? Looks like LaMotte ran full mile. Will be exciting to follow this spring
Yes, it is a 1600m. To put it in perspective, Carley's 4:49.47 at the U of M converts to a 4:44.08 outdoor 1600m
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I'm hoping someone can shed some light on these two. I hope to see them soon, either indoors or outside.04
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Gremlin wrote:
Theboysrun wrote:
I think North Carolina is a curse for Minnesota runners. Both Brecker and Mechura went there and have not been running. I don't know if they're hurt or what, but it's disappointing for sure
Yes it is, Breker has barely worn the UNC jersey. Qualified for U20 xc a few years back with Aidan Jones (during his redshirt year I believe), then ran 4 races last outdoor season. Might have gotten injured again before conference 10k though?
Also Mechura was listed on the regions and nationals lists, but didn't run anything this fall. Wondering if he was close to being ready, but not quite there? Hoping someone can provide some insight on these two. Hope we see them soon in indoor and/or outdoor
https://blueridgetiming.live/meets/60756/events/individual/2225977
Mechura wins the 5K at Liberty in 14:03
Also Andrew Schultz Liberty (Rosemount) 3rd in the 3k in 8:17
Elliot McArthur NC State (Mounds view) 13th in the mile just under 4:05
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Mechura wins the 5K at Liberty in 14:03
Also Andrew Schultz Liberty (Rosemount) 3rd in the 3k in 8:17
Elliot McArthur NC State (Mounds view) 13th in the mile just under 4:05
Very happy to see Mechura prove me wrong!
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St. Thomas has gotten a very good recruiting class this year. I just saw Simeon Donaldson signed with them. It's good to see runners staying local
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Theboysrun wrote:
St. Thomas has gotten a very good recruiting class this year. I just saw Simeon Donaldson signed with them. It's good to see runners staying local
Agreed, they have done a very good job of recruiting the past few years. For 2026 grads, I have them getting the following so far:
- Amelia Borgan (Jefferson)
- Anna VanAcker (Forest Lake)
- Ben Clark (Como Park)
- Gabe Hallen (Orono)
- Lliam Merrel (Burnsville)
- Miley Clark (Wayzata)
- Sara Gastony (PL)
- Simeon Donaldson (EP)
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