Viking_Yearbook_93

niy * We wanted to schedule several meets against high>caliber programs, in order to inspire our athletes to better themselves. // s Cradc PSU’s track and field team clawed its way through a difficult 1993 scheduleto qualify one f individual for the Division II National competi­ tion. 1:. The Viks sought the competitivgffedge in hopes of improving their team’s performance. PSU scheduled severstt meets against strong Division I competition inclu(i;ng Washhigton, California, and Illinois. “We wanted to schedule severafmeets against high-caliber programs, in order to iftspire our ath­ letes to better themselves,” Ken Woodard PSU track and field coach said. “This is the first year we have underwent such a strong schedule, but we hope to continue to schedule tough opponents in the future.” A tougher schedule seemed to aid the Viking athletes as improved marks were attained through the season, however a heavy toll of injuries depleted a formidable Viking attack. Only one PSU athlete qualified for the Division II National Track and Field meet in Abiline, Tx., however distance runner Shauna Whitmer per­ formed well in her solo adventure. Whitmer took to the track in the 10.000 meter and 5,000 meter races. The races took place on back-to-back days, however Whitmer didn’t tire of her busy schedule finishing in the tup-ten in both races. —Ken Woodard