A history of the track/field and cross country teams at Emporia State University, 1900-1985.

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was xo prepare an historical account of the men's and women's track/field and cross country teams at Emporia State University for the years 1900-1984 inclusive. A major portion of the text was devoted to a summary of outstanding individual and team achievements and a record of all participants within the years 1900-1984. In order to carry out a complete study of the programs, the investigator researched all available information.Procedure: The information has been organized into two major divisions. The first division is a narrative highlighting the outstanding teams and individuals throughout the years. It is divided into 10-year periods starting with 1900, with the information in each decade presented in chronological order. The second major division consists of an appendix listing all the men's and women's cross country and track participants. Other appendixes include listings of the all-time top performers in each event, the All-Americans from ESU, updated school records, world and American record holders from ESU, and Olympic Trials and Olympic Games participants from ESU.