Prairie Track & Field Podcast

Harper Barlow didn't even know if she'd run again let alone pace the UMKC 'Roos at the recent Gans Creek Classic. Learn more about the 'Roos men's and women's XC programs, which UMKC athletes to watch in the coming weeks, and why Kansas City is a great city for distance running. Plus hear what happened around The Summit League this past weekend.

After an amazing 3rd Annual Grand Forks Border Battle, Ryan and Cam hop on the mics to dissect the meet, sharing its highlights, what improvements can be made for next year's event, and how this meet foreshadows the North Dakota State High School XC Meet at the end of October.

Ian Busche, a University of North Dakota junior, joins us on this week's Summit League Segment. Listen to his insights on his breakout season as well as Ryan & Cam's breakdown of this year's Fighting Hawks. Plus hear what happened around the Summit League cross country season this past weekend.

This week's Summit League Segment highlights the University of Nebraska-Omaha. While the Mavericks have a young team this season, they're led by All-Summit League performer Kamryn Ensley. Hear Kamryn's takes on this year's team, plus insight from Cam & Ryan on happenings around The Summit League this last week.

We interview Max Westerlund, a University of St. Thomas sophomore, who's leading the charge of Tommies to the top of The Summit this fall. Plus a recap of all the action around the Summit League this past week.

We sit down with NDSU senior Reagan Baesler, who looks to help push the Bison women to the top of The Summit this fall. Plus a recap of all the action around the Summit League this past week.

On this short but sweet episode, Cam & Ryan break down the North Dakota XC Preseason Coaches' Poll, the first of 2024 season. Enjoy the episode!

Braxton Bruer, a West Fargo native, has steadily improved over the 800m distance the last several years. After multiple NSIC individual titles & NCAA All-American honors  at Minnesota State University - Moorhead, Bruer's earned the opportunity to sign professionally and continue his running career with Minnesota Distance Elite. Listen to Braxton share about his passion for racing hard, what he learned in his time at MSUM, and what the future holds.