Mike Smith (running coach)
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Mike Smith (born April 3, 1980) is an American coach who has been the director of cross country and track and field at Northern Arizona University since 2017.[2] As the head coach of the men's and women's programs, he has led the men's teams to five NCAA Division I men's cross country championships titles.[3]
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Born | (1980-04-03) April 3, 1980 (age 44)[1] |
Alma mater | Georgetown University |
Playing career | |
1994–1998 | Wachusett Regional High School Mountaineers |
1998–2002 | Georgetown Hoyas |
Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
2006–2012 | Team Run Flagstaff |
2012-2016 | Georgetown Hoyas |
2016–present | Northern Arizona Lumberjacks |
Born | Michael Smith |
Spouse | Rachel Schneider |
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Smith has been credited with establishing a running dynasty at Northern Arizona. His coaching philosophy involves emphasizing "executing a great team race" at championships rather than focusing on the final outcome.[4][5]