This was a testament to the hard work of these guys and where we want to take this track program.

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As a coach you always hope and dream that your athletes develop to become All-Americans. I knew he was talented enough, but early on he didn't show that. But the kid is just an amazing talent.

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It was a hard sale getting them here. I was instructed to get the program back in compliance and not field a men's team. But I knew what my goals and ambitions were for the program.

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The stars aligned well for me and Mike. He wanted to go somewhere that had the patience for him to develop and by us being on probation, I had the patience because I wasn't under a lot of pressure to win a conference championship. ... Now he has helped elevate us to national prominence.

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I'm encouraging him to go pro. The money is going to be there for him because I expect him to break the national record.

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