Post by Bornthrilla on Oct 13, 2004 12:57:27 GMT -5
N.C. A&T Granted NCAA Track and Field Regional
Oct 12, 2004
GREENSBORO, N.C., October 12, 2004 – North Carolina A&T State University athletics director Charles Davis announced today that the N.C. A&T will host the 2006 NCAA Track and Field East Regional, as approved by the NCAA Division I Championship Cabinet. N.C. A&T becomes the first Historically Black College or University to host an NCAA track regional.
“I’ve been associated with North Carolina A&T State University for a long time, and this is one of the most significant events to ever be awarded to this university,’’ said track and field coach Roy “Space” Thompson.
“This is not only a great accomplishment for the university, but it’s a chance for us to showcase the city of Greensboro, the community and our athletics program. This is unprecedented for a (historically black college and university) to host a regional. So we we’re looking to use the next 18 months to really put our outstanding university in the best light.”<br>
The Irwin Belk Track, which surrounds the football field at Aggie Stadium, was dedicated on July 25, 2004. Prior to the dedication of the $1.5 million state-of-the-art track surface, the Aggies hosted the Russell Blunt East Coast Invitational.
“When I arrived here two years ago at North Carolina A&T, I kept hearing about this legendary track coach,’’ Davis said. “I’m thrilled we have a track facility suitable for a legendary coach. We’re looking forward to hosting many more events that will showcase an important part of our
athletics program.”<br>
Ten student-athletes represented the Aggies at the 2004 NCAA Track and Field East Regional in Gainesville, Fla. Randall’s Island in New York will host the 2005 East Regional before N.C. A&T receives its opportunity.
Oct 12, 2004
GREENSBORO, N.C., October 12, 2004 – North Carolina A&T State University athletics director Charles Davis announced today that the N.C. A&T will host the 2006 NCAA Track and Field East Regional, as approved by the NCAA Division I Championship Cabinet. N.C. A&T becomes the first Historically Black College or University to host an NCAA track regional.
“I’ve been associated with North Carolina A&T State University for a long time, and this is one of the most significant events to ever be awarded to this university,’’ said track and field coach Roy “Space” Thompson.
“This is not only a great accomplishment for the university, but it’s a chance for us to showcase the city of Greensboro, the community and our athletics program. This is unprecedented for a (historically black college and university) to host a regional. So we we’re looking to use the next 18 months to really put our outstanding university in the best light.”<br>
The Irwin Belk Track, which surrounds the football field at Aggie Stadium, was dedicated on July 25, 2004. Prior to the dedication of the $1.5 million state-of-the-art track surface, the Aggies hosted the Russell Blunt East Coast Invitational.
“When I arrived here two years ago at North Carolina A&T, I kept hearing about this legendary track coach,’’ Davis said. “I’m thrilled we have a track facility suitable for a legendary coach. We’re looking forward to hosting many more events that will showcase an important part of our
athletics program.”<br>
Ten student-athletes represented the Aggies at the 2004 NCAA Track and Field East Regional in Gainesville, Fla. Randall’s Island in New York will host the 2005 East Regional before N.C. A&T receives its opportunity.
