Louis Fanucchi is having a breakout season, beginning with a strong 3rd place finish at Summit League Cross Country Championships this fall and most recently a 4:00.02 mile. Fanucchi, a native of France, leads a deep UND distance squad that's ready to make a statement at the 2026 Summit League Indoor Track and Field Championships. Listen to Louis share how he ended up at UND, what it means to run such a fast mile, and how he and the Hawks are ready to show out at this season's championship meet.

Meredith Richter boasts an incredible range, having been both the Mavericks top 400 meter runner and their top cross country athlete during her time at UNO. While her 2025-2026 indoor season has started slow due to injury, Meredith is ready to take what she learned from her freshman season and use it as she competes in the middle-distance events. Listen to Meredith share her story of experiencing the ups and downs as a freshman athlete in collegiate track & field, what she looks forward to this season, and what to watch for in the 2026 Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks.

Adison Kapitzke started her 2025-2026 season with a bang, throwing an indoor personal best in the shot put that’s currently #1 in The Summit League. After several trips to the podium at indoor & outdoor conference meets for runner-up finishes, the junior is ready to take another step to the top to win her first individual conference title. Listen to Adison share about her journey from competitive figure skater to thrower, her goals for this season, and why the 2026 Bison women’s team is one to be reckoned with.

Stephen Clunis has never won a medal at a conference championship meet. Would you believe us if we told you he’s ranked #11 in the entire country for the 60 meter dash?  The University of Missouri Kansas City senior ran 6.61 seconds in his first meet of the year and isn’t looking back, not just hoping to win a conference title but to compete on the NCAA’s biggest stage. Listen to Stephen share about his journey, including plenty of injuries and betting on himself to transfer to UMKC and start again as well as his individual & team goals for the 2026 season.

Taya Yellow Mule has competed in many events, but settling on the triple jump has paid off. The University of South Dakota senior finished 2nd at the 2025 Summit League Outdoor Championships in the triple jump, earning a spot on the podium for the first time in her career. Listen to Taya share about her experiences of learning the long & triple jump, stepping up as a senior leader for the Coyotes, and her individual & team goals for the 2026 season.

Jake Leingang changed the game of running in North Dakota. One of the most decorated athletes in North Dakota history, Leingang went on to compete at the University of Oregon after an outstanding prep career at Bismarck High. Listen to Leingang recount his high school dominance, the highs and lows of attending one of the best running schools in the country, and what it took to truly become elite.

One of our favorite episodes of the year! Our 2025 North Dakota High School Cross Country Champions Owen Johnson (Class B Boys), Ruby Ihmels (Class A Girls), Claire Grinde (Class B Girls), and Owen Hintz (Class A Boys) join the podcast to discuss the 2025 season, their individual state titles, and post-season XC racing.

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.

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.

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.