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‘Cross-country dad’ Dan Graber is named women’s cross-country coach of decade
Coach Dan Graber has worked at Webster for only seven years but still has been named cross-country Coach of the Decade after receiving the most “Coach of the Year” awards.
Read MoreFormer Gorloks track runner nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year
During her four-year career as a Gorlok, Meghan Illig found success in distinguishing herself through winning awards, such as the All St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) First Team, multiple Runner of the Week awards, and even a conference championship in 2017. In two weeks, she will have the opportunity to add one more award…
Read MoreHolly Goergen overcomes uncertain past to break track and field records
Holly Goergen did not think she would run college track and field. Now, she is breaking school records.
Read MoreMen’s cross country sets records at Regionals
Senior cross country runner Riley Flynn finishes with the second highest time at the NCAA Regionals in school history. Overall, the team recorded its fastest time in school history in the 8,000 meter race.
Read MoreFriendship helps track and field athletes go the distance
Junior track and field hurdler Meghan Illig formed a bond with distance runner teammate Holly Goergen in their freshman season. Both Illig and Goergen have set school records this season. Illig said Goergen is someone she has always been able to seek advice and guidance from. “Holly Goergen has been my closest friend throughout college,”…
Read MoreFemale athlete of the year: Swimmer splashes into running records
Valerie Martin was not involved in neither track nor cross country when she started classes at Webster University. She is now setting school records in both, thanks to the suggestion of a fellow classmate.
Read MoreWebster reaches verbal agreement with St. John Vianney High School
With the growing numbers on the track team, the Webster athletic department solved the space issue with a new track and field.
Read MoreCross country teams look to build on experiences gained last year
The men’s and women’s cross country teams only have one senior combined, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have experienced runners.
Read MoreWebster freshman sprinter Haile Wilson gains inspiration from father
Freshman runner is posting eye-catching results in his first season.
Read MoreFormer Webster student mourns loss of 16-year-old brother
At 21, Lauren Hoover has experienced more hardship than some face in an entire lifetime.
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