Attention Throwers!
Like to throw stuff? Then the 2015 Shocker Track Club Throws Pentathlon is for you! Click here >> STC 2015 Elite Throws Pentathlon for the event flyer. This USA Track and Field sanctioned meet is designed for collegiate and post-collegiate athletes. However Masters athletes may compete and must bring their own age-group implements for competition certification. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., on Saturday, October 24, 2015; competition begins at 10:00 a.m. Wichita State University’s Cessna Stadium Throws Field (southwest of the stadium) and Shot Put Ring (inside the stadium) are the event locations.
Delta Dental of Kansas and Muci Family Sponsor STC Masters Team
Shocker Track Club is pleased to announce sponsorship partnerships with Delta Dental of Kansas and the Muci Family for the Masters team during the 2015-2016 season!
Darren Muci, Shocker Track Club President, stated, “We are honored that Delta Dental of Kansas and the Muci Family are able to sponsor our Masters track team. Delta Dental of Kansas has a history of sponsoring local organizations and we are pleased that they chosen to support our program.” The Muci Family continues to support the efforts of the Shocker Track Club as the premier, full-service, track club in the greater Wichita area.”
2015 2016 Board Members Elected
The Shocker Track Club elected the following individuals to Board Member seats for the 2015-2016 year (new members in bold) – Darren Muci (President), Chris Ellis (Vice President), Ryan Patton (Treasurer), Larry Staton (Secretary and Director, Masters Team), Steve Rainbolt, John Wise (Head Coach, Elite Team), Chandra Andrews (Assistant Treasurer), Cole Davis (Director, Youth Team), Vic Everett, Bill Faflick, Denis Fraizer, Dylan Hartnett (Director, Elite Team), Joan Hearne, Curtis Hernandez (Head Coach, Youth Team), Amber McGown Hetzendorf, Mike Holladay, Patric Jackson, Emily Green Maier, Laura Markuly (Futurist), J Means, Shamoya Pruitt (Assistant Director, Youth Team), Mark Schwarm, Damian Smithhisler (Shared Seat), and Darius Draudvila (Ex Officio). Nicholas J. Means, Attorney, was appointed as Of Counsel.
STC Outdoor Masters Meet Scheduled for September 12th
Registration is now open for the Shocker Track Club Outdoor Masters and Open Track Meet! The meet will be held at Wichita State University’s Cessna Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2015. Adults of all ages and abilities may compete in this USATF sanctioned meet. Youth may compete in the Pole Vault ONLY! For questions, contact Larry Staton at masters@shockertrackclub.com. Complete registration information is available in this flyer >> STC Masters Open Sep 12th 2015 FLYER
STC Youth Team Coaches Paralympics Gold Medalist
When Madison Castillo was 9 months old, her parents were informed she had suffered a stroke at birth. Her entire right side was weakened, including her leg and arm. Her parents were told that she might never walk, much less run.
See the KWCH video about Madison here >> http://www.kwch.com/news/local-news/maize-senior-runs-past-disability/34250962
Westar Energy Sponsors Youth Team
Shocker Track Club is pleased to announce a sponsorship partnership with Westar Energy for the 2015-2016 season!
Darren Muci, Shocker Track Club President, stated, “We are honored that Westar Energy is able to sponsor our youth track team. Westar Energy has a history of sponsoring local organizations with “kid specific” activities and we are pleased that they are supporting our youth track team.” More information about Westar Energy is available on their website – www.westarenergy.com.
Bahner Finishes Capital Cup Strong
STC Elite Team Member Austin Bahner finished fifth in the IAAF Capital Cup Decathlon in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada on Saturday. Banner, a former Wichita State All-American, finished with 7,358 points! Complete results are available here >> Capital Cup Decathlon
Youth Team Hosts Olympian as Guest Teacher
Retired Elite High Jumper and 2000 Olympian, Nathan Leeper, attended Youth Team practice on Tuesday as a “Guest Teacher” in the high jump. Leeper, a NCAA National Champion while competing at Kansas State University, is a four-time USATF National Champion with a career personal best of 2.35m (7′-8 1/2″). He also holds the Wichita State University Cessna Stadium high jump record with a jump of 2.26m (7′-05″).
Hot Vaulting at the River Vault!
The weather was warm, but the southern breeze provided for a great day of pole vaulting at the 2015 River Vault competition! Jack Whitt claimed the Men’s Elite Title with a vault of 18′-7″ (5.66m)! Other champions were – Chris Nilsen (16′-6″) Men’s Open competition, Brittany Kallenberger (13′-6″) Women’s Open competition, Christian Compton of the Shocker Track Club (15′-6″) Youth Boys competition, and Nicole Kallenberger (12′-6″) in the Youth Girls competition.
Many thanks to our event sponsors – ESi Direct, Davis-Moore, Pet Angel, Cameron Dental, Goode Pools, Diamond Archery, AutoImage, our Head Official – Chris Ellis, and the Event Director – Denis Fraizer.
Men’s Elite Results >> 2015 River Vault Men’s Elite
Youth Girl’s Results >> River Vault 2015 Youth Girls Results
Video Overview >> River Vault 2015
Wichita Eagle article >> http://www.kansas.com/sports/article23310600.html
It’s Not Too Late To …. River Vault!
That’s right, it’s not too late to register for River Vault! This exciting pole vault competition will be held on Saturday, June 6th in the Century II parking lot off Main Street. Competition begins at 1000a. Click here for Registration Forms >>>> River Vault 2015 Registration