Just curious does anyone know if former all-american University of New Mexico runner Matt Gonzalez is still competing?
Just curious does anyone know if former all-american University of New Mexico runner Matt Gonzalez is still competing?
... and Jeremy Johnson too?
I don't think Gonzales is still running.
Johnson is still around and trying to compete. Tough to do post-collegiately.
I used to see Matt out training on the bosque a few years back. that kid could cook. but I hear that he isnt racing anymore.
He never hooked up with a training group. His unwillngness to relocate cost him his career. MOST guys have a rough time without all of the proper support.
Lobohead wrote:
Johnson is still around and trying to compete. Tough to do post-collegiately.
At least he has an applied math degree to fall back on. Are these guys still in Albuquerque? Seemed like Johnson had plenty more upside, but was injury-prone maybe?
Gonzales is most likely finished with running. Hasn't competed since 2008 Marathon Trials.
Johnson is still training and racing well. Mid 13:30's 5K at Mt. Sac this past spring, but below average showing at US Champs in June.
unfortunatly, Matt has been strugling with alcoholism for the past few years. It has pretty much cost him his career, fitness and talent. very sad.
Just ran a 1:25 half-marathon, you decide.
that wasnt the Matt Gonzales who ran for UNM and in the OT marathon. The age is off, and if you were at the race you would know it obviously was not him.
That would be a HUGE snub to Matts talent. The guy could run 1:25 if he hadnt trained in years and showed up drunk.
How many people in the New Mexico area do you think have the last name Gonzales? Do you really think there isnt another Gonzales with the first name of Matt?
Get your head out of the sand. The others were right, Matt is done running, but he chose to hang up his shoes.
Matt Gonzales is training here in NM and making a come back. Follow his training on twitter.