Lagat named USATF Athlete of the Week

INDIANAPOLIS – Bernard Lagat has been named USA Track & Field’s Athlete of the Week after improving his own American Record in the 5,000m at the Herculis Monaco Diamond League meet on July 22.

USA 1-2 on first day of World Champs decathlon

DEAGU, South Korea – The duo of Ashton Eaton (Eugene, Ore.) and Trey Hardee (Austin, Texas) lead the men’s decathlon after the conclusion of the first day of the 13th IAAF World Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Deagu Stadium Saturday night.

Athlete Spotlight – Shalonda Solomon

Judging by her humble personality, you wouldn’t think Sholonda Solomon owns the fastest time in the world in 2011 in the 200 meters. When asked about the sport she loves, she talks about respect for her teammates, she speaks confidently about herself, and shows a...