Minnesota Track & Field and Cross Country News

Gabe Grunewald: 'It's Okay To Struggle, It's Not Okay To Give Up On Yourself' MileSplit Staff Aug 21, 2017

Brooks professional runner Gabe Grunewald shares her battle with cancer while demonstrating her grace, grit and determination.

The Half-Miler - An Interview Bill Peyton Aug 21, 2017

In addition to being a key contributor to Minnetonka's podium finish at State last fall, senior Libby Halbmaier is helping to carry on a long and treasured legacy of success in the 800 meter run.

Power Of The Pack: Best Top 5 Spreads Among Returning Minnesota Boys XC Teams Lisa McArthur Aug 21, 2017

Find out which boys cross country teams have the tightest top time spread differences among their top 5 returning runners in the state of Minnesota.

Peak Performers: Top Minnesota Girls Times From Last November Lisa McArthur Aug 20, 2017

We take a look at the top girls times run last November for the third month of cross country in Minnesota.

Peak Performers: Top Minnesota Boys Times From Last November Lisa McArthur Aug 19, 2017

We take a look at the top boys times run last November for the third month of cross country in Minnesota.

Top Mid-Season Performers: Best Girls XC Times From Last October Lisa McArthur Aug 18, 2017

We take a look at the top girls times run last October for the second month of cross country in Minnesota.

Q & A With The Active Kitchen Host & Chef Lottie Bildirici Cory Mull Aug 17, 2017

Check out this Q & A with The Active Kitchen host and chef Lottie Bildirici.

PREVIEW: 10 Class A Girls You Need To Watch Out For Sam O'Donnell-Hoff Aug 17, 2017

Powered by a freshman class which is difficult not to be jealous of, the stage is set in Class A for a youth movement of epic proportions. Here are ten girls who will be making serious waves this fall.

Top Mid-Season Performers: Best Boys XC Times From Last October Lisa McArthur Aug 17, 2017

We take a look at the top boys times run last October for the second month of cross country in Minnesota.

PREVIEW: 10 Class A Girls Teams Who Hope To Gather Hardware Andrew Kempf Aug 16, 2017

After the tightest Class A girls team battle in recent memory, 2017 might be even more thrilling thanks to a copious amount of youthful talent. These ten teams could all etch their name on a championship plaque.

Minnesota's Boys: Who Will Start Fast This September? Lisa McArthur Aug 16, 2017

We take a look at the top boy times run last September for the first month of cross country in Minnesota.

PREVIEW: 10 Class A Boys Who Could Dominate This Fall Sam O'Donnell-Hoff Aug 15, 2017

A sprint to the finish is what it took to determine last year's state champion for Class A. Will this year be just as thrilling? Check out these ten athletes who could outkick all the competition this fall!

Minnesota Girls XC Virtual Meet Previews By Class, Section & Conference Lisa McArthur Aug 15, 2017

Check out the girls virtual meet preseason projections for every class, section and conference in the state of Minnesota.

Minnesota Coach's Association XC Preseason Rankings Mark Rice Aug 14, 2017

Check out the first edition of the 2017 XC Coaches Association Rankings!

PREVIEW: 10 Class A Boys Teams Who Will Battle It Out Andrew Kempf Aug 14, 2017

After highlighting the top teams and athletes from Class AA last week, we now turn our attention to Class A, showcasing ten boys teams who will try to make a statement come the end of the season. 

Minnesota Boys XC Virtual Meet Previews By Class, Section & Conference Lisa McArthur Aug 14, 2017

Check out the boys virtual meet preseason projections for every class, section and conference in the state of Minnesota.

Moore Shots, Moore Discs - An Interview Bill Peyton Aug 13, 2017

Part of an impressive group of Minnesota throwers in 2017, Bertha-Hewitt/Verndale senior Samuel Moore walked away from Class A State as a double-champion.

Minnesota Girls: Who Has The Best Closing Speed With 400m To Go In A 5K Race? Lisa McArthur Aug 13, 2017

Check out the open 400 meter times from this past outdoor season of all the cross country girls returnees in the state of Minnesota.

Vetter Is Better - An Interview Bill Peyton Aug 12, 2017

Mankato West senior Jenny Vetter's 2017 track season ended months before it began due to a knee injury, but the talented jumper is now healthy and ready to make up for lost time in all three of her sports.

Minnesota Boys: Who Has The Best Closing Speed With 400m To Go In A 5K Race? Lisa McArthur Aug 12, 2017

Check out the open 400 meter times from this past outdoor season of all the cross country boys returnees in the state of Minnesota.

Motley To The Max - An Interview Bill Peyton Aug 11, 2017

Aside from being an All-State vaulter and hurdler, Staples-Motley senior Max Giza is emerging as one of Minnesota's top high school talents in the decathlon.

Minnesota Girls Top 50 XC Performers Every Year Over Past 10 Seasons Lisa McArthur Aug 11, 2017

Check out the top 50 girls cross country performers every year in the state of Minnesota over the past 10 seasons.

PREVIEW: 10 Class AA Girls Who Are Gunning For A State Title Sam O'Donnell-Hoff Aug 10, 2017

Today we wrap up our observations of the top talent in Class AA, and with mere days until the official start of fall practices, we're looking at ten girls who will have aspirations of collecting hardware this season!

Minnesota Boys Top 50 XC Performers Every Year Over Past 10 Seasons Lisa McArthur Aug 10, 2017

Check out the top 50 boys cross country performers every year in the state of Minnesota over the past 10 seasons.

PREVIEW: 10 Boys Class AA Individual Favorites This Fall Sam O'Donnell-Hoff Aug 09, 2017

We saw a very talented and accomplished group of athletes graduate this summer, but the cupboard is far from bare in Minnesota. Here are Class AA boys who will be battling for individual glory this fall!

Minnesota Girls: Who Will Keep Their XC Times Dropping Into Their Senior Year? Lisa McArthur Aug 09, 2017

Take a look at the progression of senior girls returnees in Minnesota from their freshmen year thru their junior year of cross country.

Dear Younger Me: Alexi Pappas Alexi Pappas Aug 08, 2017

Olympian (and movie star) Alexi Pappas has some detailed advice for her teenage self.

PREVIEW: 10 Class AA Girls Teams To Watch This Fall Andrew Kempf Aug 08, 2017

As the girls XC season is so close to getting underway, here are ten Class AA teams that will be making waves this fall.

Minnesota Boys: Who Will Keep Their XC Times Dropping Into Their Senior Year? Lisa McArthur Aug 08, 2017

Take a look at the progression of senior boys returnees in Minnesota from their freshmen year thru their junior year of cross country.

PREVIEW: 10 Class AA Boys Teams To Keep An Eye On This Fall Andrew Kempf Aug 07, 2017

We're excited for the season to start, and it's going to be a great season! Here are some of the boys Class AA teams to watch out for as we are just only one week away from the official start of the fall XC season!