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CSC readies track for 2023 RMAC Championships

Eagle Staff

By Eben Rosentrater

Construction is now underway to install brand new throwing rings for CSC’s outdoor track to be used for both practice and competition.

The need for new throwing rings arose after the announcement that CSC will be hosting the 2023 RMAC Outdoor Track and Field Championships in April. Not only this, but the current throwing facilities that have been used by the team in previous seasons have become outdated and dangerous.

“The new throwing rings will be a huge asset for the throwers because it will make practice safer and more accurate for competition preparation,” CSC Assistant Coach Lizzie Virgl stated in an email. “The old throwing facilities have uneven surfaces from cracks that run through the rings which causes inconsistent foot placement and even falling from catching your shoe in a crack while throwing. Additionally, having cracks in the rings and an incomplete cage makes it illegal to host outdoor competitions like Conference Championships on our campus.”

The CSC track and field coaching staff are very excited to be able to host home meets in the near future, not just for the benefit of their athletes, but for the benefit of family, friends, and fans as well.

“Having home meets will also be a huge benefit for the throwers because it lessens the stress of constant travel every week and allows for friends and family to come watch them show off their hard work,” Virgl stated. “As a coaching staff, we are going through extensive planning and preparation to make sure nothing gets overlooked and everything is done with high standards. There is a lot of excitement going into this year and helping make history for Chadron State Track and Field is something we all look forward to doing.”

The new throwing rings are expected to be completed by the end of October, according to Virgl, and the coaching staff is ready to get to work for the upcoming season.

“The throwers here at Chadron State are the hardest working group of throwers I’ve ever been lucky enough to coach,” Virgl stated, “and I am very excited to watch these throwers get the safe, high-quality facilities they deserve.”