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Barber, Giesting, and Tracy Stand Out at Alex Wilson Invitational
Mar 5, 2013, 11:23 AM EDT
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Last weekend’s Alex Wilson Invitational saw some of the most outstanding performances for Notre Dame track this season. Not only did the team break four Notre Dame records, but Senior Rebecca Tracy also broke the meet and track records for the mile. Her 4:33.53 minute finish had the entire fieldhouse on its feet cheering and…
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Thirteen Fighting Irish athletic teams took to the court, field, diamond, track, ice, pool and piste, in what was most definitely one of the busiest weekends of the year for Notre Dame athletics. On campus, the track & field programs competed in day two of the Alex Wilson Invitational, men’s lacrosse made its 2013 home…
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Track & field meets are full of energizing and exciting events, but none are quite as unique as the still, silent moments right before the gun goes off. There is a nervous energy that surrounds the runners and diffuses across the crowd as all anxiously anticipate the start. Then there is a loud crack, and…
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At first glance, Loftus Sports Center resembles something of a circus during the annual Meyo Invitational track meet. Continuous jumping events including pole vault, triple jump, and high jump all compete for a spectator’s attention with the sporadic running events. The whole scene gives the impression that a single event could not dominate the attention of…
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It’s an exciting weekend for the Notre Dame Track and Field teams as they prepare to host the 26th annual Meyo Invitational. Taking place in our very own Loftus Sprots Center, the meet gives the Irish a chance to show their stuff while competing at home. The meet will begin with the field events Friday…
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In the latest Fighting Irish Xtra, sophomore Katherine Dudas reports from the FIDM studio, bringing all the news on this weekend’s track & field Notre Dame Invitational, and the men’s tennis team’s matches against Marquette and Western Illinois. You can also check out hockey and men’s and women’s basketball highlights on the Notre Dame Athletics…
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Students have returned, classes are back in session and the winter sports season is in full swing. If you’re going to be on campus this weekend, there is no shortage of Irish sporting events to check out. The tennis teams look to kick off their spring schedule on the right foot, track & field hosts…
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It’s often said that “March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.” While I don’t know the origin of that particular phrase, I can tell you one thing – it was a wild month for the Fighting Irish. Here are some of the highlights. On Senior Night at Purcell Pavilion, Notre…
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The men’s and women’s cross country teams concluded their seasons Nov. 17 in Louisville, Ky. with the NCAA Championship Meet. The women were led by an impressive pack featuring the trio of senior Rebecca Tracy, sophomore Gabby Gonzales, and junior Alexa Aragon, who crossed the finish line of the 6K race together in a time…
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Notre Dame sent a record number of athletes to the 2012 Summer Olympics. None of those athletes were there for table tennis; however, that all may change in the near future. Monday evening marked the First Annual Student-Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC) Table Tennis Tournament. (That’s a mouthful.) Athletes from the football, hockey, men’s and women’s…
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In July, University Vice President/Director of Athletics Jack Swarbrick participated in a Google+ Hangout, discussing the state of Fighting Irish Athletics with representatives from several Notre Dame online fan communities. Tonight at 7:00 pm ET, Swarbrick joins Fighting Irish Digital Media for a second Hangout. Due to an unfortunate technical glitch, the host computer disconnected…
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While Notre Dame might not leave the BIG EAST Conference until the 2015-16 season, looking at the current Fighting Irish coaching staff reveals many ties to the university’s future home – the Atlantic Coast Conference. From Mike Brey to Tim Welsh, several Notre Dame head coaches got their start in ACC programs. Here’s a closer…
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After burning bright for 17 days, the flame was extinguished last night at Olympic Stadium. From Michael and Missy in the pool to Usain and Oscar on the track, it was an unforgettable ride. It’s impossible to put into words all that we have witnessed over the last two-plus weeks of world-class competition. And while…
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It’s sad to say, but there are only a couple days left in the 2012 Olympics. Here’s our latest update on the Irish in London. Only 1,456 days until Rio… August 8 Nigeria’s Selim Nurudeen (’05) reached the semifinals in the 110-meter hurdles, finishing fifth in his heat with a time of 13.55 seconds. Nurudeen’s…
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Whew. What a busy couple of days for the Irish in London. Former Notre Dame athletes have been competing on the pitch, the hardwood and today, for the first time in the 2012 Olympics, on the track. Here’s the latest update: August 6 Three former Irish players, Shannon Boxx (’99), Melissa Tancredi (’04) and Candace…
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For 2009 graduate Mary Saxer (@SaxDefyGravity), dreams of representing the United States at the 2012 Summer Olympics came to a heartbreaking halt on Sunday in Eugene, Ore. Saxer tied Lacy Janson for third place with a top mark of 14 feet, 9 inches, but missed out on qualifying for London based on the tiebreaker rules.…
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Other teams better watch out. Notre Dame’s got a highly touted recruit arriving next year who’s ready to have an immediate impact from day one. This kid is talented, smart, and incredibly athletic. I think the Irish have got a great building block here. And before you guess, no, I’m not talking about incoming quarterback…
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This weekend at the Loftus Sports Center, the Notre Dame track & field team will host the 25th annual Meyo Invitational. The Meyo Invitational is known around the country as one of the premier track meets of the indoor season, and this year is no exception. The meet kicks off today with the long jump…
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