Mile News Tagged Columbia University


RBC grad Rob Napolitano was Penn Relays’ top Miler

May 02, 2017

The Columbia University senior ran a sizzling sub-4 Mile split at Franklin Field and he's primed to finish college with a flourish.

By Jerry Carino, Asbury Park Press

Over three days last week, there were 212 attempts at the Mile or 1600 meters at the Penn Relays.

No one ran four laps...

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RBC grad Napolitano a rising Mile star

April 26, 2016

The Columbia junior looks to build on breakthrough sub-4 indoor campaign with a big showing at this week's 122nd Penn Relays.

By Jerry Carino, Asbury Park Press

Breaking four minutes in the Mile is one of the premier distinctions in college track and field.

Winning a Penn Relays watch is...

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Ex-Caseys standout Napolitano joins sub-4 minute Mile club

February 17, 2016

"The moment after was more special with family and Rob there. It was overwhelming... it’s an honor to be part of the club.”

By Tim Morris, The Hub

Nothing like putting the pressure on yourself. “When I woke up in the morning, I said, ‘This is the day to do it,’ ” Columbia University runner...

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