Prairie Track & Field Podcast

Jake Leingang on Becoming the Best, Behind the Scenes at Oregon, and the Lifestyle of Elite Running

Jake Leingang changed the game of running in North Dakota. One of the most decorated athletes in North Dakota history, Leingang went on to compete at the University of Oregon after an outstanding prep career at Bismarck High. Listen to Leingang recount his high school dominance, the highs and lows of attending one of the best running schools in the country, and what it took to truly become elite.

North Dakota's 2025 State XC Champions - Owen Johnson, Ruby Ihmels, Owen Hintz, and Claire Grinde

One of our favorite episodes of the year! Our 2025 North Dakota High School Cross Country Champions Owen Johnson (Class B Boys), Ruby Ihmels (Class A Girls), Claire Grinde (Class B Girls), and Owen Hintz (Class A Boys) join the podcast to discuss the 2025 season, their individual state titles, and post-season XC racing.

Cody Larson of SDSU on Small Town to All-American, The Will to Win, and the Jackrabbit XC Culture

This week's Summit League Segment highlights the South Dakota State University and includes an interview with SDSU senior Cody Larson. Plus Kwik Star Peak Performers of the Week, news from around The Summit League, and more.

Briley Early of Nebraska-Omaha on Leading the Mavericks, Transitioning to Collegiate Racing, and the Build Up to The Summit League Championships

This week's Summit League Segment highlights the University of Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks and includes an interview with UNO freshman Briley Early. Plus news from around The Summit League and more.

Isaac Ochoa of USD on Winning the Briar Cliff Invitational, the Pacer Test, and the Pack Mentality of USD

This week's Summit League Segment highlight the University of South Dakota Coyotes and includes an interview with USD sophomore Isaac Ochoa. Plus highlight of this past week's Kwik Star Summit League Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more.

Mariah Belmont of UMKC on Gans Creek Classic, Transitioning to Collegiate XC, and Running with the 'Roos

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the University of Missouri Kansas City Kangaroos and includes an interview with UMKC sophomore Mariah Belmont. Plus highlights of this past week's Kwik Star Summit League Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more.

Jadyn Keeler of UND on Victory at Griak, Goals for the 2025 XC Season, and the Rise of the Fighting Hawks

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks and includes an interview with UND senior Jadyn Keeler. Plus highlights of this past week's Kwik Star Summit League Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more.

Elsie Kmecak of St. Thomas on Stacking Mileage, Tommie Team Culture, and the Roy Griak Invitational, &

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the University of St. Thomas Tommies and includes an interview with UST junior Elsie Kmecak. Plus highlights of this past week's Kwik Star Summit League Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more.