Prairie Track & Field Podcast

Growing up in Omaha, Ainsley Anderson grew up dreaming of wearing a University of Nebraska-Omaha jersey some day. Now the junior is off to a career-best start in her junior cross country season at UNO, posting personal bests in the 5K at her first two meets of the season. Listen to Anderson share about the "scary goals" she's set for herself, how she's using a blend of experience and confidence to propel her this season, and what she and her UNO teammates are looking forward to at The Summit League Cross Country Championships.

With approximately one month to go in the march towards The Summit League Cross Country Championships, there's been a ton of great racing all across the conference. On today's mid-season update, Ryan & Cam reflect on the season thus far, what's at stake over the next several weeks, and what to look forward to at the 2026 Summit League Cross Country Championships.

Maddie Cabana raced to second-team All-Summit League honors last season at the 2025 Summit League Cross Country Championships with her 13th-place finish. With another season of training under her belt, the Oral Roberts University junior is ready to run it back. Listen to Maddie share about her training and the pursuit of she and her Golden Eagles teammates goals for the 2026 cross country season.

MJ Foster and the 'Roos of UMKC started their season at the Bob Timmons Classic, with Foster leading the way in a new personal best 6K. MJ, the 1500m bronze medalist from the 2026 Outdoor Championships, and his teammates are ready to push UMKC up the Summit League ranks. Listen to Foster share about his commitment to his training, his relationship with Coach Clif Mitchell, and he and his teammates' shared vision of taking the 'Roos to new heights.

Geneva Timmerman and the USD Coyotes opened their season with a bang, with Timmerman winning the individual title at the Augustana Twilight and the 'Yotes picking up the team victory over rival SDSU. Geneva's performance was worthy of the Summit League Peak Performer of the Week award, the first of her career. Listen to Timmerman share about her award-winning race, how she is carrying her momentum from last season into her 2026 campaign, and what she and her USD teammates hope to accomplish this season.

Matěj Hrebacka's name may be difficult to pronounce, but his resume does the talking. A two-time All-Summit League performer in cross country, Hrebacka is ready to help lead the Fighting Hawks to what he hopes is their first league title this fall. Listen to Hrebacka share about his summer back home in Europe, how European cross country has prepared him for racing in the States, and what he and the Fighting Hawks hope to accomplish on the cross country course this fall.

Sean Korsmo's name is all over the North Dakota High School All-Time lists in the distance events. After a championship-caliber career at Bismarck High, Sean's talents took him to Tulsa, where he became the 2nd North Dakotan to run sub-4 in the mile. Listen to Sean share both the highs and lows of his time at Tulsa, the importance of betting on yourself, and why in the end, what really matters most is enjoying the moment.

Kaden Pastian is one of North Dakota's most decorated prep throwers of all-time - and that includes a junior season wiped out by COVID. Listen to Kaden share his story of early success, resiliency, and hard work throughout his collegiate career.