Prairie Track & Field Podcast

Hosts Ryan and Cam interview some of North Dakota’s track and field legends to help preserve the stories, grow the sport, and remind track and field athletes, coaches, and fans just how much this sport has to offer.

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.

10-27
01:03:07

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.

10-17
58:58

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.

10-10
59:49

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.

10-03
50:06

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.

09-26
57:51

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.

09-19
41:53

Jacob Knodle, West Fargo Native & Maurader Invite Champion, of NDSU on The Summit League Segment - XC 2025 #2

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the North Dakota State University Bison and includes an interview with NDSU senior Jacob Knodle. Plus highlights of this past week's Kwik Star Summit League Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more.

09-12
56:38

The Exit Interviews - Micade Shumway on Williston's Elite Culture, Competing at the Division II Level, and Finding Balance in the Running World

Micade Shumway (Williston, ND) has no regrets on his running career. It helps when you've won a state team title in cross country and an individual conference title. What it took to get him there, however, was far from easy. Listen to Micade's inspiring story of finding the sport, believing in himself, and finding a balance between life and running.

09-08
01:06:19

Abraham Chelangam, Defending Summit League Champ, of ORU on The Summit League Segment - XC 2025 #1

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the Oral Roberts University Golden Eagles and includes an interview with junior distance star Abraham Chelangam. Plus highlights of this past week's Kwik Star Summit League Peak Performers, news from around The Summit League, and more.

09-05
52:35

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.

08-07
54:39

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.

06-27
01:07:57

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!

05-22
28:17

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

05-15
01:03:10

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.

05-14
55:12

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.

05-13
48:01

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.

05-10
40:58

Episode 135: Puma Athlete John Curley on the Boston Marathon, Chasing the Dream, and Betting on Yourself

John Curley's high school times were pretty meager, but a top-10 finish in the mile at the Minnesota High School State Track Meet earned him a spot on the NDSU roster. After a challenging college career of injuries, John gave up running. The break didn't last long, and after several years of building John will find himself on the starting line of the Boston Marathon on Monday with a Puma jersey on as part of Project3.

04-19
54:44

Jadyn Keeler of UND on The Summit League Segment - Outdoors #3

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

04-15
48:18

Episode 132: Scott Reichenberger, BHS Head Coach on Leading a Talented Demons Roster & More

Scott Reichenberger is a pillar in the North Dakota distance running scene. Listen to Coach Reichenberger share what makes this Bismarck team special, his training philosophy on how to get the most out of his athletes, and more.

04-09
33:03

Nora Peterson of SDSU on The Summit League Segment - Outdoors #1

This week's The Summit League Segment highlights the SDSU Jackrabbits and includes an interview with senior javelin thrower Nora Peterson, a native of Mayville, ND. Plus highlights of this past week's Kwik Star Summit League Peak Performers and news from around The Summit League.

04-04
46:52

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