Dear Family, Friends and Fans of the Fighting Scots: We are engaged in one of the most exciting years in the history of Edinboro University - our school's 150*^ anniversary, the Sesquicentennial. This year also promises to be one of our best for our athletics programs as they strive to match last year's incredible suc­ cesses, when many of our teams and athletes went on to post-season competition. Much of the success of our men's and women's athletic teams is due to your loyal support of our scholar-athletes in basketball, cross country, football, soccer, softball, swimming, track, volleyball, and wrestling, as well as wheelchair basketball and other adaptive sports. The long legacy of Edinboro athletics will be one of the highlights celebrated during our Sesquicentennial in 2006-2007. As we prepare to celebrate the University's 150^^ anniversary, we are guided by the theme "Building a prosperous future through academic excellence and civility." Our athletes' dedication to education, discipline, and sportsmanship that are at the heart of Edinboro athletics will serve them well as they pursue their dreams beyond the playing fields of their alma mater. Their success in competitive endeavors will contribute to the quality of life on our campus and throughout the communities of northwestern Pennsylvania. Fans of the Fighting Scots are always welcome at Edinboro University and I look forward to greet­ ing you at our many athletic, cultural and arts presentations. Please visit our campus as often as possible. Governor of Pennsylvania Edward G. Rendell Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Dr. Judy G. Hample, Chancellor Board of Governors Kenneth M. Jarin, Esq., Chair Mr. Kim E. Lyttle, Vice Chair Mr. C. R. "Chuck" Pennoni, Vice Chair The Honorable Matthew E. Baker Ms. Marie A. Conley Lammando Mr. Paul S. Dlugolecki Mr. Daniel P. Elby The Honorable Michael K. Hanna Mr. David P. Holveck The Honorable Vincent J. Hughes Ms. Allison Peitz Mr. Guido M. Pichini The Honorable Ed Rendell The Honorable James J. Rhoades Ms. Christine J. Toretti Olson Mr. Aaron A. Walton Dr. Gerald L. Zahorchak There are currently three vacancies on the Board. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Council of Trustees Harry K. Thomas, Esq., Chair Mr. Benedict J. Miceli, Vice Chair Mr. Harold C. Shields, Secretary Dr. Raymond L. Dombrowski The Honorable John R. Evans Mr. John E. Horan Mr. C. Richard Johnston Sr. Catherine M. Manning Mrs. Virginia L. McGarvey Mr. John A. Pulice Ms. Teresa R. Scott Dr. Judy G. Hample, Chancellor (ex officio) President’s Executive Council Dr. Kenneth Adams, Dean of Education Dr. Richard Arnold, Associate to the President for Equity, Special Programs and Staff Development Dr. R. Scott Baldwin, Dean of Graduate Studies and Research Dr. Pearl Bartelt, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Ms. Janet Dean, University Ombudsperson and Associate Vice President for Human Resources and Faculty Relations Dr. Donald Dilmore, Associate Vice President for University Libraries Mr. Gordon Herbst, Vice President for Finance and Administration Dr. Jerry Kiel, Vice President for Student Affairs and Student Success Dr. Andrew Lawlor, Associate Vice President for Technology and Communications Dr. Michael Mogavero, Vice President for Enrollment Services and University Planning Mr. Brian Pitzer, Director of Public Relations Dr. Eric Randall, Dean of Science, Management and Technology Mr. Kahan Sablo, Dean of Student Life Dr. Emily Sinsabaugh, Executive to the President for University Communications and Administrative Initiatives Dr. Terry Smith, Dean of Liberal Arts Mr. Bruce Whitehair, Vice President for Development and Marketing Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 Excellence in coaching and a winning tradition are terms that have become syn­ onymous with Edinboro University cross coimtry and track and field coach Doug Watts. Since his arrival at Edinboro in 1969, the Running Scots have experienced nothing but success, producing numerous AllAmericans and team championships, as well as four individual cross country champions and five individual track first place finishers. Watts' coaching credentials speak for themselves, including 33 consecutive unde­ feated cross country seasons and a string of 124 straight dual meet victories. Watts' squads have also produced a total of six national championships, including back-to-back-toback NCAA Division II titles from 1986 through 1988 and back-to-back NAIA titles in 1975 and 1976. His teams can also boast six Division II runner-up trophies, plus finishes of third (twice), fourth (three times), fifth, sixth (twice), seventh (three times), eighth (three times) and ninth. In total, the men's squads have 17 top ten finishes at the national meet in the last 24 years. His women's program, though yet to crown a national champion, has also estab­ lished itself as one of the premier programs in the NCAA East Region and on the national stage. That includes five straight top five fin­ ishes at the national meet, including a second place finish two years ago. An "uncountable" amoimt of conference, district, and regional "Coach of the Year" awards are scattered throughout his office. He was inducted into the Edinboro Hall of Fame in 2004. The National Coach of the Year five times. Watts has published numerous distance-run­ ning articles for national publications. Twice an Olympic coach nominee. Watts annually conducts a summer pre-season endurance training camp, the Edinboro Distance Village, for young men and women. In addition, 16 of his Edinboro athletes have been U.S. Olympic Trial qualifiers. Most recently. Watts has ventured into the administrative portion of his sport, as the past President of the NCAA Division II Track and Field Coaches Association and former Vice President of the USTCA National Coaches Association. In addition, he was the head of the NCAA Division II Cross Country Hall of Fame Committee and presently is on the Board of Directors for the USTFCCCA (U.S. Track & Field Cross Country Coaches Association). A 1964 graduate of the University of Akron with a degree in Health and Physical Education, Watts began his coaching career at Walsh Jesuit Hi^ &hool in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He introduced a running program at Walsh Jesuit that yielded a two-year record of 19-0 and a district championship. Watts and his wife Margaret have two adult children, Wendy and Christopher. Edinboro’s Cross Coimtry Pliilosopliy "Generally, we attract the middle distance and distance athlete who is seeking a special envi­ ronment for running," says head coach Doug Watts about his track and cross country progrcims at Edinboro University. "A student-athlete should consider Edinboro because of the following reasons": 1. A small school setting, academically oriented, that generally allows for a fuller personal devel­ opment in the classroom, athletic and social activities; yet offers a large, diversified choice of edu­ cational majors and specialties. 2. A TEAM concept in training competition. 3. A distance-based training program integrating selected road races as a training supplement. 4. Division I schedule of intercollegiate competition. 5. A program that allows personal direction and individualism, a proper balance between acade­ mics and athletics... and fun. 6. A tradition of excellence and proven success in running within an environment supportive and respectful of distance runners. Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 1 Edinboro Cross Country 2006 Dear Family, Friends and Fans of the Fighting Scots: We are engaged in one of the most exciting years in the history of Edinboro University - our school's 150"’ anniversary, the Sesquicentennial. This year also promises to be one of our best for our athletics programs as they strive to match last year's incredible suc­ cesses, when many of our teams and athletes went on to post-season competition. Much of the success of our men's and women's athletic teams is due to your loyal support of our scholar-athletes in basketball, cross country, football, soccer, softball, swimming, track, volleyball, and wrestling, as well as wheelchair basketball and other adaptive sports. The long legacy of Edinboro athletics will be one of the highlights celebrated during our Sesquicentennial in 2006-2007. As we prepare to celebrate the University's 150^^ anniversary, we are guided by the theme "Building a prosperous future through academic excellence and civility." Our athletes' dedication to education, discipline, and sportsmanship that are at the heart of Edinboro athletics will serve them well as they pursue their dreams beyond the playing fields of their alma mater. Their success in competitive endeavors will contribute to the quality of life on our campus and throughout the communities of northwestern Pennsylvania. Fans of the Fighting Scots are always welcome at Edinboro University and I look forward to greet­ ing you at our many athletic, cultural and arts presentations. Please visit our campus as often as possible. Frank G. Pogue, President Governor of Pennsjdvania Edward G. Rendell Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Dr. Judy G. Hample, Chancellor Board of Governors Kenneth M. Jarin, Esq., Chair Mr, Kim E. Lyttle, Vice Chair Mr. C. R. "Chuck" Pennoni, Vice Chair The Honorable Matthew E. Baker Ms. Marie A. Conley Lammando Mr. Paul S. Dlugolecki Mr. Daniel P. Elby The Honorable Michael K. Hanna Mr. David P. Holveck The Honorable Vincent J. Hughes Ms. Allison Peitz Mr. Guido M. Pichini The Honorable Ed Rendell The Honorable James J. Rhoades Ms. Christine J. Toretti Olson Mr. Aaron A. Walton Dr. Gerald L. Zahorchak There are currently three vacancies cm the Board. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Council of Trustees Harry K. Thomas, Esq., Chair Mr. Benedict J. Miceli, Vice Chair Mr. Harold C. Shields, Secretary Dr. Raymond L. Dombrowski The Honorable John R. Evans Mr. John E. Horan Mr. C. Richard Johnston Sr. Catherine M. Manning Mrs. Virginia L. McGarvey Mr. John A. Pulice Ms. Teresa R. Scott Dr. Judy G. Hample, Chancellor (ex officio) President’s Executive Council Dr. Kenneth Adams, Dean of Education Dr. Richard Arnold, Associate to the President for Equity, Special Programs and staff Development Dr. R. Scott Baldwin, Dean of Graduate Studies and Research Dr. Pearl Bartelt, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Ms. Janet Dean, University Ombudsperson and Associate Vice President for Human Resources and Faculty Relations Dr. Donald Dilmore, Associate Vice President for University Libraries Mr. Gordon Herbst, Vice President for Finance and Administration Dr. Jerry Kiel, Vice President for Student Affairs and Student Success Dr. Andrew Lawlor, Associate Vice President for Technology and Communications Dr. Michael Mogavero, Vice President for Enrollment Services and University Planning Mr. Brian Pitzer, Director of Public Relations Dr. Eric Randall, Dean of Science, Management and Technology Mr. Kahan Sablo, Dean of Student Life Dr. Emily Sinsabaugh, Executive to the President for University Communications and Administrative Initiatives Dr. Terry Smith, Dean of Liberal Arts Mr. Bruce Whitehair, Vice President for Development and Marketing Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 Edinboro Cross Country 2006 Excellence in coaching and a winning tradition are terms that have become syn­ onymous with Edinboro University cross country and track and field coach Doug Watts. Since his arrival at Edinboro in 1969, the Running Scots have experienced nothing but success, producing numerous AllAmericans and team championships, as well as four individual cross coimtry champions and five individual track first place finishers. Watts' coaching credentials speak for themselves, including 33 consecutive imdefeated cross cormtry seasons and a string of 124 straight dual meet victories. Watts' squads have also produced a total of six national championships, including back-to-back-toback NCAA Division II titles from 1986 through 1988 and back-to-back NAIA titles in 1975 and 1976. His teams can also boast six Division II runner-up trophies, plus finishes of third (twice), fourth (thr^ times), fifth, sixth (twice), seventh (three times), eighth (three times) and ninth. In total, the men's squads have 17 top ten finishes at the national meet in the last 24 years. His women's program, though yet to crown a national ch^pion, has also estab­ lished itself as one of the premier programs m the NCAA East Region and on the national stage. That includes five straight top five fin­ ishes at the national meet, including a second place finish two years ago. An "uncountable" amount of conference, district, and regional "Coach of the Year" awards are scattered throughout his office. He was inducted into the Edinboro Hall of Fame in 2004. The National Coach of the Year five times. Watts has published numerous distance-run­ ning articles for national publications. Twice an Olympic coach nominee. Watts annually conducts a summer pre-season endurance training camp, the Edinboro Distance Village, for young men and women. In addition, 16 of his Edintoro athletes have been U.S. Olympic Trial qualifiers. Most recently. Watts has ventured into the administrative portion of his sport, as the past President of the NCAA Division II Track and Field Coaches Association and former Vice President of the USTCA National Coaches Association. In addition, he was the head of the NCAA Division II Cross Country Hall of Fame Committee and presently is on the Board of Directors for the USTFCCCA (U.S. Track & Field Cross Country Coaches Association). A 1964 graduate of the University of Akron with a de^ee in Health and Physical Education, Watts tegan his coaching career at Walsh Jesuit Hi^ &hool in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He introduced a running program at Walsh Jesuit that yielded a two-year record of 19-0 and a district championship. Watts and his wife Margaret have two adult children, Wendy and Christopher. Edinboro’s Cross Coimtry Philosophy "Generally, we attract the middle distance and distance athlete who is seeking a special envi­ ronment for running," says head coach Doug Watts about his track and cross country programs at Edinboro University. "A student-athlete should consider Edinboro because of the following reasons": 1. A small school setting, academically oriented, that generally allows for a fuller personal devel­ opment in the classroom, athletic and social activities; yet offers a large, diversified choice of edu­ cational majors and specialties. 2. A TEAM concept in training competition. 3. A distance-based training program integrating selected road races as a training supplement. 4. Division I schedule of intercollegiate competition. 5. A program that allows personal direction and individualism, a proper balance between acade­ mics and athletics... and fun. 6. A tradition of excellence and proven success in running within an environment supportive and respectful of distance runners. Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 1 Edinboro Cross Country 2006 Edinboro Cross Country 2006 s Preview ever has a preview been so sketchy for head coach Doug Watts to detail, excrat for maybe his first year at Edinboro in 1969. But not since then has he been less able to pre­ dict the outcome and goals of his men's cross coimtty team. "Circumstances are such that I will have to decide by mid-September whether to go for another national qualifying team spot, or redshirt a relatively large number of quality runners to 'load up for 2007'," he elisited. Complicating the judgement in Watts' thinking is the strong possibility of attracting a quality group of new freshmen in '07. Ana, of course, planning on recruits showing up on is a year later is iffy at best. Stilb Watts his program will be able to draw an especially strong freshman class in 2007. "At this writing 1 can't tell what we are going to ultimately do," related Watts. "We'U Tust have to run and see what is b^t for the kids." The potential for another championship team is back in 2006. A solid nucleus of lettermen have the talent and experience to repeat an NCAA Division II East Regonal victory. Dave Niemira likely heads the 2006 team. A multiple AU-PSAC and All-Region per­ former, me junior has consistently improved each year at Edinboro and has the leadership abilities to spark another good year. A hard worker in the long line of Edinboro tradition of outstanding toug^ training traits, Niemira will capitalize ms abilities on the longer and tougher cross country courses. Two sophomores could impact this season. Travis Prejean started to b last spring, dow^laying his 1500 specialty to move up to the 5,000. Unfortunately, a mid­ season stress fracture sidelined him in the championship weeks. A full summer of heal­ ing inactivity makes him a good candidate for a redshirt in the fall. "Travis definitely has All-American potential and I will not risk that future for him," Watts commented. Starting off 2005 in spectacular fashion. Josh Arthur was in the lead pack in every race until October foimd him in bed with a severe bout of mononucleosis. Not able to train until this past March, the sophomore made good progress in two montfe and a stimmer of training seems to indicate he is healthy this time around. Dan Field, another multiple conference and regional awardee, presents a similar situ­ ation as Prejean. A knee injtuy, siaffered in the S steeplechase early last track season, prevent­ ed him from running high mileage mis past summer. It seems logicm to give him a red­ shirt year, heal the knee completely, and return for a shot at qualifying for Nationals in the steeplechase next spnng. David Blend has yet to make the jump Watts expected from him. If 2006 is that year, the junior will earn many honors. Nick Hankins, a two-year hard luck case, has had his best summer, consistent and qual­ ity. The junior has shown flashes of excellent racing, especially last season. 2006 should find him consistent and "up front". Other runners who could really help the team include senior Jeff McCabe, a soUcf per­ former who should reach All-Regional level this fall, and Andy Thoman. Thoman is a red­ shirt freshman. Rich Gorski, who specializes in the 800 meters, could help if the roster gets depleted. Freshmen will probably have the best Edinboro opportunity year. Eric Brenner, a multiple AD-Ohio runner at Wooster High School, will definit^ help the top group no matter who runs. Chris Lantinen has poten­ tial but lacks a distance base to excel this early in his career. Ryan Sheer has the necessary attitude, and Phil Cannato the desire. "We'U just have to wait and see," admit­ ted Watts. Whatever way it goes, Edinboro looks to be reloading for a future Nationallevel team. Nick Hankins Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 2 In talking about past teams' success, pa Edinboro3 University head coach Doug U ■ Watts always vays alluded to "luck" being on the high side. 2006 will find him very cognizant of his good years with the bad breaks this summer. Watts has plenty of holes to fill with five seniors, four of whom were All-East Region performers, departing. That includes former All-Americans Julie Nemergut, Kelly Richards, and Lindsay Roberts, along with ever-improving Michele Kelly. Rachael Lanzel leads the group of returnees. Now a junior, Lanzel added an outdoor track All-American certificate to her wall after an eighth finish in the 5,000 meters. A second All-American award in cross country shunned her, and both the men's and women's cross country runners last fall, as 90 degree temperatures in California "melted" Edinboro runners to the medical tent after she placed 24th at Nationals as a freshman. According to Watts, Lanzel possesses the best recovery system he's ever coached, helping her excel in cross country whether the course is flat or hilly. Edinboro's other returning AllAmerican, Heather Wilmoth, who placed 27th in 2004, just began to run again in August after an accident in June left her with a fractured spine and broken hand. A three-time All-PSAC and two-time All-East Region performer, the junior might surprise by late season championship time. Watts predicts redshirt freshman Kelly Bergeron to impact the top five. "A big improvement has been seen in her physicm conditioning to bolster her alreday strong motivation to run well," noted Watts. Ashley Ferraro, now a sophomore, is significantly improved from her freshman year when a lack of training and perspective limited her team ranking. Sophomore Sara Baker has the talent but must be able to be willing to increase her focus on running goals to ran at the level Watts believes she is capable of. An excellent freshman recruiting class bouys Edinboro's hopes. Kailey Harvey has immediate scoring potential, but like Wilmoth, has not been permitted by her doctor to resume training until August. A high school broken leg marred her chance for summer mileage. Watts believes Becca Nungesser will blossom in the Edinboro training style and in the longer college distances. Erica Bourgeois, a multiple All-New York runner, is destined to run well this fall. Kristine Beringer is another runner Watts sees as a prototype cross country runner for the Boro — a hard worker with the desire to run at the highest level, and a little "nuts". "As the 2006 season plays out in the usual Edinboro style — September to train hard, October to develop racing style, and November to win championships — the suc­ cess of the team will depend more than ever on newcomers adjusting to college," Watts pointed out. Watts expects the 2006 team to fall clos­ er to their PSAC and regional rivals. But if luck can lean just a little bit in the Boro direction, championship trophies will once again be brought home. Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 3 Rachael Lanzel Edinboro Cross Country 2006 Dan Field Nick Hankins Senior ♦ Boston, NY ♦ East Aurora High School Junior ♦ Pepper Pike, OH ♦ Orange A candidate to redshirt after suffering a knee injury while competing in the steeplechase during the track season... a runner who has earned AllEast Region honors the last two years and was an AU-PSAC performer as a sophomore... after failing to repeat as an AU-PSAC runner with a 22nd place finish, came back to place 15th at the regional meet... also earned AU-PSAC accolades at the Outdoor Track Championships with a 3rd place finish in the 3,000 meter steeplechase ... enjoyed a good sophomore year with AU-PSAC and AU-East Region honors ... placed 13th at PSACs and 14th at Regionals ... did not compete at Nationals due to strep throat ... placed fourth at the PSAC Outdoor Track & Field Championships in the 3,000 meter steeplechase ... spent his freshman year recovering from severe bum accident... as freshman, ran 9:35 steeplechase at E)uke early in track season but sus­ tained stress fracture that led to medical hardship appUcation... has personal best of 15:15 in 1500 and 9:18 in steeplechase... High School: Earned multiple AU-State honors as a cross country and track athlete at East Aurora High School... coached by Edinboro alumnus Walt McLaughlin, a member of the 1985-86 national championship team, and Marty McLaughlin, a 1992 Olympic trials participant in the 800 ... Personal: Bom November 11,1984 ... son of Patricia Lyons and Larry Field ... Envionmental Studies major. "I'm a little frustrated that I haven't reached Nationals in the steeplechase. Hopefully, a solid cross coun­ try season will push me over the barrier." ... Dan Field Dave Niemira Junior ♦ Strongsville, OH ♦ Strongsville High School Improving runner who figures to lead the Fighting Scots ... sat out the 2005 cross coimtry campaign with mononucleosis ... ended his sopho­ more season as number for five scorer in the big meets ... placed 24th at the PSAC Championships (26:55), then narrowly missed AU-Regjon hon­ ors, placing 17th with a time of 33:13 ... has a personal best of 31:20 in the lOK... a dependable performer who can be counted on for maximum effort... Higih School: Earned three letters in track and cross country whUe competing for StrongsviUe High School... Personal: Bom January 13,1985... son of Linda and Jerry Niemira... Forensic Accounting and Financial Services major with a minor in PoUtical Science... has a 3.30 GPA. "I came to Edinboro because of its strong tradition of distance running excellence and balanced life. That formula certainly has worked for me."... Dave Niemira Has had a career marked by injuries, but displayed promise a year ago when healthy ... just missed earning AU-PSAC honors with a 12th place finish, and was 33rd at the East Regional ... placed 12th at Fordham Invitational and was 26th at Buffalo State Invitational... Hig;h School: Competed for Orange High School in cross coxmtry and track ... was a two-time conference MVP and two-AU-Ohio runner ... set school record in 5K ... Personal: Bom August 19,1985... son of Linda and Rick Hankins... Business major. "This summer has been my most consistent training ever. Ifeel I can 'step up' thisfall."... Nick Hankins David Blend Sophomore ♦ North Canton, OH ♦ Hoover HS A third-year sophomore who continues to mature as a runner... failed to impact the top five a year ago ... had a great start to the 2005 track cam­ paign, but it ended with a stress fracture... High School: Standout at North Canton Hoover High School in track and cross country, earning four and three letters, respectively ... in 2003, earned AU-American hon­ ors in the 4X800 and 4X1600, and was All-Ohio in cross country in both 2003 and 2004... also earned All-Ohio honors in 1600 as a senior ...named the cross country MVP as a senior ... Personal: Bom May 18,1986 ... son of Debbie and Jerry Blend ... Secondary Education Social Studies major with a 3.33 GPA... minoring in Athletic Coaching. "I want to run better this season to help us assure our team success." ... David Blend Josh Arthur Sophomore ♦ Turin, NY ♦ South Lewis Central Was one of Edinboro's top mnners a year ago until coming down with mononucleosis and faUing to compete in the PSAC or East Region Championships ... after a 15th place finish at the Buffalo State Invitational, turned in the best showing of his career with a second place finish at the Fordham Invitational ... High School: Competed for South Lewis Central High School, helping the Falcons to the New York state championship in 2005 ... a seven-time state qualifier and a six-time state medaUst in cross country and track & field, and a 12-time Section 3 champion ... Personal: Bom November 17,1986 ... son of Karen Boshart and John Arthur ... undeclared major with a 3.82 GPA. "I'm better on the hillier, muddier, tougher courses. I hope there's lots of hills at Nationals!" ... Josh Arthur Kdiiiboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 4 Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 5 Edinboro Cross Country 2006 Travis Prejean Sophomore School ♦ Jamestown, NY ♦ Jamestown High A top recruit a year ago who showed flashes of greatness and has AllAmerican potential ... unfortunately, he is a prime candidate to redshirt after suffering a stress fracture during the track season... placed 41st in first PSAC Championships, then improved to 39th at the East Regional ... High School: Was a ten-time USATF All-American while competing at Jamestown High School... Personal: Bom Febmary 26,1987... son of MoUy and Jeff Wooley... undeclared major. "I used to think of myself as an 800 meter type of runner. Now I'm sure I can reach the NCAA Division II national qualifying standards in the 5K." ... Travis Prejean Heather Wilmoth Senior ♦ Sugar Grove, PA ♦ Eisenhower High School Former All-American who will likely redshirt after an accident this sum­ mer left her with a broken spine, among other injuries... a three-time AllPSAC performer after finishing 11th as a junior, with a time of 22:59 ... failed to earn All-Region honors, placing 34th ... finished 11th at the Fordham Invitational ... earned her first All-American certificate as a sophomore... placed 27th at Nationals (22:50.8) after leading Edinboro as a freshman with a 34th place finish (23:00.7)... placed 12th at Ihe PSAC Championships in 2003 (23:52) and had a sixth place showing in 2004 (23:03)... captured All-East Region honors for the &st time in 2004 with a fifth place finish (21:33)... ran only two track races early in the season as a freshman before a knee problem sidelined her ... High School: Was the PIAA state cham­ pion in cross country as a senior at Eisenhower High School in 2002 ... also won the District 10 championship, and was the District 10 champion in the 3,200 meters in track ... also a four-year starter in basketball ... Personal: Bom April 25, 1985 ... daughter of Jo Lynn and James Wilmoth ... majoring in Secondary Education with an emphasis on Spanish, with a 3.08 GPA... minoring in Psychology. "I'm afraid that my broken back will mess up the cross country season. I love cross country and I want to run well."... Heather Wilmoth previously earning All-American accolades in cross coimtry as a freshman ... a two-time AUPSAC and All-East Region performer, placing second at both the conference championship (21:59) and regional championship (21:24)... was named the PSAC Co-Runner of the week after placing fourth at the Notre Dame Invitational against a field made up largely of Division I com­ petitors ... finished third at the Buffalo State Invitational and was fourth at the Fordham Invitational... was Edinboro's top finisher at Nationals ... in track, besides Nationals turned in top showing at Penn Relays, running a 16:56 in the 5,000 meters to finish 17th ... earned AllAmerican honors in her first cross country campaign, placing 24th at Nationals (22:47.5)... was an All-PSAC runner after a fifth place fi^sh (^:02), ^en captured All-East Region accolades thanks to an eighth place finish (21:41)... was named the PSAC Rookie of the Year in cross coun­ try, then ended up sweeping the awards both in indoor and outdoor track... earned the indoor honor after being the only freshman runner to earn a first place finish at the PSAC Indoor Championships, winning the 5,000 meters with a time of 17:46.47... then came back to win the outdoor award after being one of only two freshmen to qualify for Nationals ... had a seasonbest 17:23.78 in the 5,000 meters at the Penn Relays, and earned All-PSAC honors in the same event with a third place finish (18:28.82)... High School: Starred at St. Marys Area High School in track and cross coimtry ... was the District cross country champion in 2003, then won District title in 1600 in 2004, and finished as the runnerup in 3200 ... holds school records in the 1600,3200 and 3200 relay ... Personal: Bom March 5,1986 ... daughter of Kathleen and Leo Lanzel... Health & Physical Education — Teacher's Certification major... carries a 3.62 GPA. "I'm ready to assume a strong leadership role on the team." ... Rachael Lanzel JeffMcCabe Senior Exeter, PA Wyoming Area High School Andy Thoman Freshman (redshirt) Strongsville, OH Strongsville High School Eric Brenner Rachael Lanzel Junior ♦ St Marys, PA High School Edinboro Cross Country 2006 ♦ St Marys Area After a standout freshman campaign, did not suffer a sophomore slump ... finished eighth in the 5,000 meters to earn All-American honors at the 2006 NCAA Division II Track & Field National Championships, after Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 6 Freshman Wooster, OH Wooster High School idinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 7 Edinboro Cross Country 2006 Chris Lantinen Erica Bourgeois Freshman Gasport, NY Barker Central High School Freshman Boonville, NY Adirondack High School Ryan Sheer Kailey Harvey Freshman Liverpool NY Liverpool High School Freshman Jamestown, NY Jamestown High School Ashley Ferraro BeccaNungesser Sophomore Erie, PA Northwest Collegiate Academy/ Central High School Freshman Clarence Center, NY Clarence High School Kelly Bergeron Freshman Wallingford, CT Lyman Hall High School Kristine Beringer Freshman Lockport, NY Lockport High School Ricliar*ds, Nemergut Earn Awards Julie Nemergut and Kelly Richards capped bril­ liant careers at Edinboro this spring. Actually, Nemergut has a semester of eligibility remaining in track & field and will use that next spring. Nemergut and Richards were standouts both in running and in the classroom. Because of that, both were awarded NCAA Postgraduate Scholarships, with Nemergut receiving hers in the faU and Richards in the spring. A total of 29 men and 29 women were awarded these scholar­ Kelly Richards Julie Nemergut ship during each season. In addition, both run­ ners earned ESPN The Magazine First Team Academic All-American honors. Nemergut concluded undergraduate work with a 3.91 GPA while majoring in Special Education/Elementary Education. Richards, a Health & Physical Education major, compiled a 3.98 GPA and is continuing her graduate work at Springfield College. Both earned All-American honors in track this spring, with Richards placing third in the 3,000-meter steeplechase and Nemergut finishing seventh in the 10,000 meter run. Richards was named the PSAC Outdoor Track Athlete of the Year, Nemergut was Edinboro's Nancy Acker Award winner, given to the top senior female student-athlete. Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 9 Edinboro Cross Country 2006 2006 Women’s Cross Country Roster Name Yr. Hometown/High School Sara Baker Kelly Bergeron Kristine Beringer Erica Bourgeois Cherie Cantie Ashley Ferraro So. Fr.-r Fr. Fr. So. So. Kailey Harvey Rachael Lanzel Julie Nemergut Becca Nungesser Heather Wilmoth Fr. Jr. Sr. Fr. Sr. Youngstown, NY/Lewiston-Porter Wallingsford, CT/Lyman Hall Lockport, NY/Lockport Boonville, NY / Adirondack Clarence, NY/ Clarence Erie, PA/Northwest Collegiate Academy/ Central Jamestown, NY/Jamestown St. Marys, PA/St. Marys Area Youngstown, OH/South Range Clarence Center, NY/ Clarence Sugar Grove, PA/Eisenhower Head Coach: Edinboro Cross Country 2006 HAi’i: OPPONENT TOP PERFORMERS September 4 at Buffalo State Invitational WOMEN: 2nd/10 teams JuUe Nemergut (1st, 18:25) Rachael Lanzel (3rd, 18:57^ Michele Kelly (9th, 19:30) Jared Lowry (3rd, 26:41) John Moneyhon (9th, 26:53) Julie Nemergut (2nd, 18:50) Rachael Lanzel (4th, 19:27) Kelly Richards (7th, 19:47) Josh Arthur (2nd, 27:08) Jared Lowry (5th, 27:36) Ryan Coon (7th, 27:37) Dan Field (8th, 27:42) Julie Nemergut (1st, 15:14) John Moneyhon (1st, 18:00) Rachael Lanzel (4th, 17:58) Julie Nemergut (22nd, 18:33) Jared Lowry (17th, 25:35) Ryan Coon (23rd, 25:44) MEN: 3rd/9 teams 17 at Fordham Invitational MEN: lst/11 teams 26 EDINBORO RAG RELAYS 30 at Notre Dame Invitational October 19 at Tour de Scots 2006 Men’s Cross Country Roster Yr. So. So. Fr. Fr. Sr. Fr. Jr. Jr. Fr. Sr. Jr. So. Fr. So. Fr.-r HometowiVHigh School Turin, NY / South Lewis Central North Canton, OH/Hoover Wooster, OH/Wooster Kenmore, NY/St. Joseph's Collegiate Inst. Boston, NY/East Aurora Pittsburgh, PA/Northgate Lake City, PA/Girard Pepper Pike, OH/Orange Gasport, NY/Barker Central Exeter, PA/Wyoming Area Strongsville, OH/Strongsville Jamestown, NY/Jamestown Liverpool, NY/Liverpool Still Pond, MD/Kent County Strongsville, OH/Strongsville Doug Watts WOMEN: lst/2 teams MEN: lst/2 teams 29 at PSAC Championships at Slippery Rock, PA WOMEN: lst/13 teams MEN: 2nd/14 teams November 5 at NCAA East Regional Championships at Lock Haven, PA WOMEN: lst/26 teams MEN: lst/25 teams 19 Head Coach: WOMEN: 1st/6 teams MEN: lst/6 teams WOMEN: 2nd/24 teams MEN: 9th/26 teams Doug Watts Name Josh Arthur David Blend Eric Brenner Phil Cannata Dan Field Brandon Gillingham Richard Gorski Nick Hankins Chris Lantinen Jeff McCabe Dave Niemira Travis Prejean Ryan Sheer Robert Taylor Andy Thoman WOMEN: 2nd/9 teams at NCAA Division II National Championships at Pomona, CA WOMEN: 13th/24 teams MEN: 19th/24 teams Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 10 Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 11 Julie Nemergut (1st, 18:12) Rachael Lanzel (3rd, 18:47^ Jared Lowry (1st, 20:49) Ryan Coon (2nd, 20:52) JuUe Nemergut (1st, 21:48) Rachael Lanzel (2nd, 21:59) Kelly Richards (5th, 22:34) Heather Wilmoth (11th, 22:59) Michele Kelly (15th, 23:09) Ryan Coon (5th, 25:40) Jared Lowry (6th, 25:40) Rachael Lanzel (2nd, 21:24) JuUe Nemergut (3rd, 21:49) Michele Kelly (6th, 22:07) Lindsay Roberts (8th, 22:11) Kelly Richards (14th, 22:30) Jared Lowry (4^, 31:43) Ryan Coon (5th, 31:46) John Moneyhon (10th, 32:06) Dan Field (15th, 32:15) Rachael Lanzel (73rd, 23:39) Michele Kelly (78th, 23:44) Ryan Coon (67th, 33:52) Edinboro Cross Country 2006 Edinboro Cross Country 2006 National Champions FIGHTING SCOT ALG-AMERICANS Men Four-time All-Americans Martin Lyons 1991-94 Lisa Petsche 1997,1999-01 Yi Min Wu 1998-01 Three-Time All-Americans Dave Antognoli 1970-72 Luil Graham 1984-86 Carl Leonard 1992-94 Gennaro Manocchio 1985-87 Carrie McKeon1997-98, '00 Amy Perry 1996-98 Chris Rauber 1988-90 Two-Time All-Americans Jeff Barker 1997,2000 Greg Beardsley 1981-82 Ryan Coon 2003-04 Tim Dimthome 1986-87 Pete Fixler 1993-94 Jeff Foster 1975-76 Gabriela Hnilkova 1998-99 Brian Jordan 1978-79 Scott Kovacevic 1997-98 Mike Platt 1986-87 Michael Renninger 1988-89 Uriel Rivera 1989-90 Harvey Sipel 1988, '90 Sandra Sweet 1996-97 Donna Thibert 1989, '92 Henry Winger 1975-76 Carrie McKeon Marty Lyons Chris Rauber Dave Antognoli........ 1970-71-72 Dalvin Baemer..................... 1975 Jeff Barker................... 1997,2000 Greg Beardsley................1981-82 Scott Bums.......................... 1986 Ryan Coon................. 2003,2004 Clayton Clews..................... 1992 Hm Dunthome..............1986-87 Pete Fixler.......................1993-94 Kevin Foley..................... 1974-76 Jeff Foster.........................1975-76 LuU Graham..............1984-85-86 Brian Jordan................... 1978-79 Scott Knapp.........................1990 Scott Kovacevic..............1997-98 Travis Kuhl...........................1997 Carl Leonard..............1992-93-94 Martin Lyons........ 1991-92-93-94 William Maloney ................1985 Gennaro Manocchio ..1985-86-87 Brian Matthews................... 1990 Mark Muggleton................. 1976 Steve Owens .......................1997 Mike Platt.......................1986-87 Chris Rauber..............1988-89-90 Michael Renninger........ 1988-89 Uriel Rivera..................... 1989-90 Steve Repko.........................1982 Dennis Rice.......................... 1982 Aaron Rowe.........................2000 Harvey Sipel..............1988,1990 Michael Tonkin................... 1988 Lance White.........................1981 Henry Winger................. 1975-76 Yi Min Wu........ 1998-99-2000-01 Women Carrie McKeon, Lisa Petsche and Amy Perry (l-r) earned AllAmerican honors at 1997 National Championships Gabriela Hnilkova.......... 1998-99 Rachael Lanzel..................... 2004 Carrie McKeon.......1997-98,2000 Audra Naujokas................... 1990 Julie Nemergut ................... 2004 Amy Perry................. 1996-97-98 Lisa Petsche....l997,1999-2000-01 Roberta Raskowski..............1991 Teresa Skello.........................1988 Colleen Snyder..................... 1985 Deb Springer.........................1992 Sandra Sweet ................. 1996-97 Donna Thibert............ 1989,1992 Heather Wilmoth ................2004 Kerrie Yenchak..................... 1985 Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 12 in 1969. Antognoli is, according to Watts, the reason Edinboro became creditable on the national level, and helped lay the foundation for the successful program that exists today. The recruiting classes of 1972-73 followed in the footsteps of Antognoli and led to Edinboro's six nation­ al team titles. Antognoli won a multitude of individual titles, including three national titles, and many All-American certificates in cross country and track. He was awarded the Sox Harrison Award as the top male senior athlete in 1973 after winning the cross country championship in 1971, the NAIA 10,000 meters title in 1972, and the USTFF national champi­ onship in the six mile event. He also was the top collegiate finisher in the 1972 Olympic Trials. Greg Beardsley peratures, and a chilling wind, the crowd at the finish line of the 1982 NCAA Division II championships in St. Cloud, Minnesota was barely able to make out the faint outline of Greg Beardsley, who crossed the finish line in a record 60.9 seconds before the rest of the field to win the national championship. Beardsley recalls his experiences as "great, but very cold!" Beardsley won the Sox Harrison Award as the top male senior ath­ lete in April 1983 and was multiple U.S. Olympic Trials scorer. Martin Lyons Martin Lyons was attracted to Edinboro due to the strength and rep­ utation of the Running Scots program. The Melbourne, Australia native had no trouble adapting to his move across the globe, winning the 1991 NCAA Division II individual cross country title as a freshman. Though he came to the United States with little cross coimtry expe­ rience, coach Doug Watts expected All-American honors from the Aussie on the merit of his track credentials. Lyons would go on to claim cross country All-American honors in each of his four seasons at ■ Edinboro. Only two other runners have accomplished this feat since. An eight-time All-American in cross coimtry and track, Lyons was the NCAA East Regional record-holder in cross country, and also hold the school record in the marathon with a time of 2:21:35, set back in 1995. nil rEo»»w«g:E H riMinWu Yi Min Wu became Edinboro's fourth national champion after he won the 1998 national meet by a 10 second margin with a time of 31:06.60. Wu did not lose a race throughout his freshman season. A six-time All-American in cross country and track, Wu was recog­ nized as both the PSAC and NCAA East Regional 'Runner of the Year' in 1998 an '99. He was the 1999 national track and field runner-up in the 10,000 meters in addition to winning the PSAC 10,000 meter cham­ pionship. Wu earned his second All-American certificate in track by also placing sixth in the 5,000 meter run as a freshman. Wu is one of three runners to earn All-American honors four times in cross country. Finally, Wu was named the PSAC Rookie of the Year in track and field as a freshman. Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 13 ** ' ■ *tl Edmboro Cross Country 2006 Running Seots Histo 3^ THROUGH THE YEARS Dave Antognoli wins the NAIA championship in his final year, the first national title for Edinboro. 1975-76 Men's team wins first-ever national trophy, and then repeats for back-to-back NAIA championships. 1982 Greg Beardsley captures the NCAA Division 11 individual championship. 1985 Doug Watts takes over the women's squad. Colleen Snyder and Kerri Yenchak become Edinboro's first female runners to be named All-Americans. 1986-88 The Fighting Scots men take home their first NCAA Division 11 title in 1986. They successfully defend the title in 1987 and '88 for three consecutive national champi­ onships. 1990 Edinboro's men's team ties the NCAA Division 11 'Most Championship Teams' record by winning their fourth team title. 1991 Martin Lyons becomes Edinboro's third national champion. 1998 Yi Min Wu becomes the fourth Boro national champion, winning by 10 seconds. 1971 1999 2000 The Edinboro women's team ran to their highest national finish, claiming third place. Both the men's and women's teams place fourth at nationals. Carrie McKeon and Lisa Petsche join Amy Perry Davis as three-time All-Americans. Jeff Barker and Carrie McKeon won the fifth straight regional championships for the Boro squads, while Barker's crown at the PSAC Championships marks the 21st consec­ utive year a Fighting Scot has claimed the top spot. Lisa Petsche and Yi Min Wu become the second and third runners to earn AllAmerican honors four times. The women's team places seventh at nationals and the men finish eighth, the fifth-straight top ten finishes for both squads. The women capture their fourth consecutive PSAC and East Regional crown, while the men win their tenth straight PSAC and Remonal title. The women's team posts its highest finish ever at Nationals, finishing second as three runners - Julie Nemergut, Rachael Lanzel and Heather Wilmoth ~ earn All-American honors. In addition to her tenth place finish at Nationals, Nemergut also captures the individual titles at the PSAC and East Regional meets. Ryan Coon joins Nemergut as the winner on the men's side at regionals, then goes on to earn All-American honors for the second time, pacing the men to a seventh place finish. 2001 2004 Edinboro Cross Country 2006 Track k Field Previe Traditionally the Edinboro Universi track and field team is fueled by solid dep in the middle and long distances. That pat­ tern should continue in 2007. Besides the cross country roster, the Fighting Scots will return Julie Nemergut for her finS year of athletic eligibility in track. The three-time All-American has twice earned All-American honors in the 10,000 meters, including a year ago when she placed seventh. She w3l run as a ^aduate student and can be expected to score high at Nationals again. Her track goals are to lower the school records in the 5,000 and 10,000. Freshman standout Kyle Wunz returns with a more soHd focus on athletics and train­ ing this year. A potential national qualifier in the 400, Wunz showed his talent with perfor­ mances of 10.63 in the 100 meters, a schoolrecord 20.9 in the 200 meters, and a 48.40 in the 400. Sophomore Ashley Young was ham­ pered last spring by a pulled hamstring suf­ fered in the finals of the PSAC Indoor Championships. She limped all spring yet qualified for the conference meet on her last opportunity. A week later she surprised the FSAC by finishing fifth in the 100 meter dash. This year she should score in the long jump. Ashlee Highfield, a junior, was consis­ tently over 130 feet in the javelin last spring, and has dedicated herself to reaching the national qualifying standard in 2007. Watts looks for Katie McKendrick, Richard Gorski and Franklin Duroubasa to excel in 2007, as well. 2006 TRACK ALU-AMERICANS Kelly Richards Rachael Lanzel Julie Nemergut 3,000 meter steeplechase — 3rd place 5,000 meters — 8th place 10,000 meters — 7th place IVTen PSAC R^onals NCAA 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1st 1st 3rd 4th 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 3rd 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 3rd NA 3rd 2nd 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 2nd 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 13th 2nd 9th 14th 2nd 2nd 1st 1st 1st 2nd 1st 9th 6th 2nd 6th 13th 16th 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 2nd 2nd 2nd 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 2nd 2nd 1st 6th 4th 8th 4th 8th 17th 20th 7th 19th NCAA National Champions 1986 1987 1988 1990 NAIA National Champions 1975 1976 Women (Since 1988) PSAC Regionals NCAA 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 1st 1st 2nd 1st 1st 1st 1st 3rd 2nd 2nd 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st David Antognoli 10.000 meters Uriel Rivera 5.000 meters 10.000 meters Chris Rauber 5.000 meters Carl Leonard 5,000 meters 1972 1990 1990 1991 1995 NATIONAL RUNNERS-UP EDINBORO IN THE POSTSEASON (Since 1980) NATIONAL CHAMPIONS 5th 2nd 1st 1st 1st 4th 1st 2nd 2nd 2nd 1st 1st 1st 1st 3rd 1st 1st 1st DNQ 8th 8th 8th 5th DNQ 15th DNQ 11th 4th 5th 3rd 4th 7th 13th 13th 2nd 13th Julie Nemergut Edinboro Cross Country 2006-07 ♦ Page 15 Marathon Brian Jordan Steeplechase Rick Killian 800 meters Tim Dunthome Steeplechase Michael Renninger Steeplechase Doima Thibert 3,000 meters 5,000 meters Carl Leonard 10,000 meters YiMinWu 10,000 meters Amy Perry 5,000 meters Aaron Rowe 10,000 meters 1973 1980 1981 1987 1989 1989 1989 1995 1999 1999 2003 TRACKS HELD Hoad Coach: Douo Watts CROSSCOUNTRY Hoad Coach: Douo Watts septemher 7 at Case Wostorn Rosorvo Invitational 15 at Michigan State Invitational 23 EDINBORQ RAG RELAYS 3D...... at Lakofront Invitational October 18........ at Tour do Scots 28........ at PSAC Championships at Bloomsburg, PA November 4....... at NCAA Division il East Raoionai at Lock Havon, PA 18....... at NGAJT Division ii Nationai Championships at Ponsaooia, FL HlGHMARK. ^ Blue CtxKS Blue Shield ir An Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shi g»er!e’s COUNTBYEAm GOHRS 0P1MC PRINTING SERVICE, INC. ^ -------------- INDDOR ------------------- January 28...... at Frodonia State invitationai February 3......... at Mt. Dnion Invitationai 8......... at Raidwin-Waiiaco invitationai ID........ at PSAC Qnad Moot at Siippory Rock. PA 16........ at Akron Opon 17........ at Kont State Dpon 24-25.... at PSAC Championships at East Strondsburp, PA DDTDDDR March 8-ID.. at Fiorida ACM Roiays 18-17 .. at Fiorida State Early Bird 23-24.. at Raloioh Ralays 24... at Siippory Rock Early Bird 31..... at Wooster Invitational Aprii 8........ at Princeton Invitational 7...... at PSAC Quad Moot at TBA 14..... at Bncknoll Invitational 21..... at IDP Invitational 26-28.. at Ponn Roiays 28..... at Baldwin-Wallaco Invitational 3-5.... at PSAC Championships at Millorsvillo, PA 11-2 ... at Last Chance Moot at TBD 24-26. at NCAA Division II National Championships at Charlotte, NC