Mile News


Olympic Medalist Nick Willis Returns to What Works Best

May 06, 2013

His 2013 approach mimics his 2008 Olympic silver-medal year.

By Peter Gambaccini, Runner's World

Nick Willis, New Zealand’s 2008 Olympic 1500-meter silver medalist, will run the Medtronic TC 1 Mile on the roads in Minneapolis on May 9 and a 1500-meter race at the Diamond League meet in...

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Olympian and “Lost Boy of Sudan” Lopez Lomong to Present UNA Commencement Address

May 03, 2013

By Terry Pace, UNA Communications and Marketing

FLORENCE, Ala. – South Sudanese-born Olympic track-and-field athlete Lopez Lomong – one of the so-called “Lost Boys of Sudan” – will be the guest speaker for the University of North Alabama’s spring commencement at 10:00am Saturday, May 11, at...

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State Mile Guide: #7 Maryland

May 02, 2013

Date of Statehood: April 28, 1778
Capital: Annapolis
Motto: Fatti maschii, parole femine (Strong Deeds, Gentle Words)

Marylanders may be sandwiched between a number of states, but this small American land mass is one of the most densely populated states home to great Milers. Leading the way...

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Leer, Cheever Join Fellow Minnesotans in Medtronic TC 1 Mile Professional Fields

May 02, 2013

Previously announced Minnesotans include defending champion, Heather Kampf, as well as 2013 USA 1 Mile road champion, Garrett Heath

ST. PAUL, Minn. –  A strong contingent of professional runners with Minnesota ties has been added to the already potent field assembled for the Medtronic TC 1...

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