Welcome back!! Join us for a deep dive into the world of NCAA and Pro coaching with Jared Cornfield, coach of Elise Cranny and successor to Mike Smith as incoming Director of Cross Country and Track & Field for both women and men at Northern Arizona University (NAU).
In this episode, George sits down with Jared to discuss his journey from graduate assistant to director, his coaching philosophy, and his vision for NAU's future. They also reminisce about their time starting together at NAU in 2015 and share insights into the challenges and rewards of coaching at the collegiate level.
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Elise Cranny is an accomplished middle and long-distance runner from the United States. She has competed in events such as the 1500 meters, 5000 meters, and 10000 meters. Cranny is known for her strong performances at national championships and as part of the Bowerman Track Club.
Morgan McDonald is an Australian distance runner.McDonald is a two-time Olympian who competed at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics. McDonald contested the 5000 metres at the 2020 Olympics, 2024 Olympics, 2017 World Championships, and 2019 World Championships. McDonald also competed in 2018 Commonwealth Games and placed 8th in 5000 meters in 14:11.37.
