We reflect on the news of the week-- a World champ tests positive, Dennis Mitchell resigns, NCAA entries reaction (will Cheserek run 5k-DMR-3k triple?)+ more-- before speaking with Dathan Ritzenhein about his return to the track as he attempts to make a 4th Olympic team this summer in the 10k.

(Skip to 27:45 to hear Ritz interview)

Ritz discusses...

-- His disappointment at the Trials & how he quickly refocused on the 10k

-- An inspiring conversation he had with Diego Estrada during the race as they were both struggling 

-- Comparing the obstacles of making the 10k team in 2012 to now

-- His thoughts on Galen Rupp's potential 10k-marathon double

+ Much more


Track Before Dark: Ritz Is Heading Back To The Track Ep 52

Lincoln and Gordon break down the NCAA action: we put Cheserek's triple in perspective, discuss the disappointing weekends for the super freshman, and the biggest surprises.

Then, the guys talk Bowerman-NOP twitter storms, Centro's medal chances, and reveal which countries (and what event) we would compete for at the World Championships. And oh yeah, we're heading to Portland!!

Ep. 53: NCAA Rewind + We're Shipping Off To Portland!

World Indoor Championships 3,000m silver medalist Ryan Hill joins the podcast to reflect on his race, discuss the days after his runner-up finish, and how this sets him up heading into the biggest outdoor season of his career. 

Then, the guys wrap up World Indoors by highlighting their favorite moments. 

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