Eaton takes U.S. title

EUGENE – Ashton Eaton took a huge leap forward in his quest to become the world’s greatest athlete as he won his first U.S. title and racked up 8,729 points, moving him to #5 on the all-time U.S. list on the second day of the 2011 USA Outdoor Track and...

Elite Athlete Spotlight – Trey Hardee

When the decathletes line up at the start of the of the 100m next Thursday for the 2011 USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships, defending world champion Trey Hardee will not be among them. The 27-year-old Birmingham, Ala., native will cheer on Nike teammates...

Felix returns to winning ways; Verzbicas makes history

NEW YORK – Despite the rain and cloudy skies, the stars still shined at the 2011 adidas Grand Prix held at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island. The day was highlighted by Allyson Felix’s convincing victory in the women’s 200m and high schooler Lukas Verzbicas’ sub-4:00...