Prairie Track & Field Podcast

The Exit Interviews - Shelby Frank on World Championships, Her Outstanding Senior Season, and The Transition to Professional Athlete

Shelby Frank is no stranger to success. After a wildly successful collegiate career, Shelby stepped into the ring as a post-collegiate at last weekend's USATF Outdoor Championships and qualified for the World Championships in the women's discus. Listen to Shelby share her journey, her experience qualifying for his first senior national team, and what's to come for the rising star.

The Exit Interviews - Jak Urlacher on Finding Pole Vault, the Relentless Pursuit, and Competing on the Biggest Stages

Jak Urlacher (Grand Forks, ND) found the pole vault in high school after a suggestion from his head coach. Urlacher, who translated his background in gymnastics into the vault, would go on to become an All-American and the greatest North Dakotan to ever pick up a pole. Listen to Jak's insightful interview as he describes his growth in the sport and what it took to soar to new heights.

Episode 142: Sam Roller on the NCAA Championships & Never Wavering in the Pursuit of Improving

Sam Roller makes his NCAA Championships debut tomorrow in the javelin, an event he wasn't even solely recruited for.  Now Sam finds himself on the pinnacle of the NCAA track & field world with an opportunity to earn All-American status. Listen to the story of a kid from Thompson, ND chasing a dream and never giving up in his pursuit of reaching his potential.

2025 North Dakota HS State Track & Field Meet Preview

It's here! The 2025 NDHSAA State Track & Field Championships have arrived. With plenty of storylines to follow, we preview some of the best athletes and events to watch across all 4 classes. Good luck to all student-athletes participating!

Molly Desotell of St. Thomas on The Summit League Segment - Outdoors #8

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the University of St. Thomas and includes an interview with All-Summit League senior distance runner Molly Desotell. Plus highlights of this past week's Kwik Star Summit League Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more

Averi Schmeichel of USD on The Summit League Segment - Outdoors #7

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the USD Coyotes and includes an interview with senior hurdle standout Averi Schmeichel. Plus highlights from this past week's Kwik Star Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more.

Hunter Merkley and Bryce Enerson of NDSU on The Summit League Segment - Outdoors #6

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the NDSU Bison and includes an interview with All-Summit League athletes Hunter Merkley and Bryce Enerson. Plus highlights of this past week's Kwik Star Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more.

Tory Lanham of UMKC on The Summit League Segment - Outdoors #5

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the UMKC Kangaroos and includes and interview with sprint sensation Tory Lanham. Plus highlights of this past week's Kwik Star Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more.