After several months off, Run Throw Jump is back for another exciting year of Bethel College Track and Field. Last season the Pilots had a very successful season both during the indoor and outdoor seasons. After the success of a year in which more Pilot athletes qualified for both the indoor and outdoor NAIA Championships than ever before; the team looks to regroup, rebuild and refocus on another stellar year.
The womens team is led by Senior pole vaulter Danae Ellison, Junior pole vaulter Ann Okeefe, Sophomore throwing sensation Nicole Arnold, Junior distance standout Amber Wray and an exciting experienced women's 4x4 team. These national qualifying ladies along with a host of returnees and arguably the most talented freshman class in team history are gearing up to help defend a MCC conference championship.
On the mens side the team is led by Senior captain and national 400 meter contender Nate Phillips. Nate is joined by fellow national qualifying Seniors, Scott Robinson, and Cato Naragon as the teams leaders. The Pilots are also led by Junior multi-year NAIA qualifying thrower JJ Jackson, 800 meter standouts Vincent Reel and Ryan Starkel, and 4x4 strongholds Jontae Randolph and Jordan Hiem. The mens side also had a great recruiting season in which many gaps and team strengths were filled or helped. The Pilots look to move closer to regaining an MCC championship crown after a 2nd place finish last season.
Currently, the Pilots are in their fourth week of Fall Track and Field training season. Jumpers, and sprinters are currently working in a eight week training format while the Pilot Blue Wave throwers train this fall under first year coaches Travis Lavine and Jason Stoller. The Pilot distance runners are currently taking part in the Cross Country season, and look to continued excellence during the season.
Stay posted to Run Throw Jump as we will continue to keep you informed of all the Bethel Pilot Track and Field updates as the season progresses.
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