Emporia State University track & field coach Steve Blocker told our Rotary Club how he and his coaches make the most of the athletes who they have. They attract student athletes with good work ethics and accomplish a lot of hard work to excel in the MIAA and in the NCAA Division II, and have high expectations this year. The men's 4x400 relay team earned 6th place in the NCAA Division II Indoor Championships this winter without their best runners participating. 
 
ESU's opening meet this spring attracted over 1,100 participants. Their next meet is an evening event scheduled for May 14. A new track is being installed as part of the new football field in Welch Stadium. Watch for a possible gold-colored track with black lines and lettering.