The Sunday Shakeout

EP 143 - WEEKDAY SUMMER SPECIAL | What It Takes To Be An Oregon Duck With State Champion & NXN Qualifier Jack Meier


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Today on the podcast is Jack Meier!


Jack just finished his freshman year at the University of Oregon, where he chose to redshirt. Despite the limited racing schedule, Jack still ran 3rd place at 2025 U20 XC in Lubbock, Texas this past winter.


Jack is a former 6A XC State Champion in Oregon, an NXN qualifier, and 2x NON All-American.


He holds PRs of:

5k: 14:353k: 8:191500: 3:555k XC: 14:46


Jack has had a rollercoaster running career, finding his beginnings during his freshman year of high school during the COVID-19 Pandemic. By his senior year, he pulled off a walk-off win at the XC state meet, and snagged at spot to run at Nike Cross Nationals.


However, his high school career did not end in glory.


Over the winter going into his senior track season, Jack felt the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. He committed to run at the University of Oregon, the school he had worked for since he was a little kid. Just weeks later, unfortunately, he sustained a season-altering groin injury that sidelined him for weeks. Despite valiant efforts at a comeback, Jack failed to become an Oregon state champion in track, his ultimate goal since finishing 2nd the year prior.


Opening up about his journey on his show, Jack shares the valuable insights and lessons that he has learned in his running journey so far, from both the setbacks and the successes. He also shares what it's like transitioning from high school to the collegiate level and what he is looking forward to in the years ahead.


Overall, Jack is a chiller and I know that you will enjoy my conversation with him today.


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Much love as always!

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