Legendary UC Track and Field and Cross County Coach Bill Schnier Dies at 80, Leaving Legacy of Compassion

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One of my greatest joys, over the past 45 years, has been having the opportunity to coach adult runners in our community. From 18 to 80, they've come in all shapes, sizes, paces and personality packages. And whether they're a…

N.J. baseball coaching legend, who left an iconic legacy, dies at 92

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Legendary UC track and field and cross county coach Bill Schnier dies at 80, leaving legacy of compassion

The University of Cincinnati is mourning the loss of legendary track and field coach Bill Schnier, who died Saturday at the age of 80.Schnier led the Bearcats track and field program from 1980 to 2013, building one of the most successful coaching careers in any sport in UC history.During his 33-year tenure, Schnier coached: 136 individual conference champions 25 NCAA national championship meet qualifiers 10 All-Americans Two Olympic medalists. A…

Legendary Coach Joe Vigil Dies at 95

The Adams State fixture played a key role in revitalizing U.S. distance running.

Joe Vigil died at age 95 leaving a legacy of success

Inspiring the culture of the sport of athletics with well prepared and thought-provoking content, that is written, podcast, video and images. © Copyright – 2025 – Athletics IllustratedSadly, the great Joe Vigil passed away at age 95 on July 19. Vigil coached some of America’s fastest distance runners, including Olympians Brenda Martinez, Deena Kastor, Meb Keflezighi, and Pat Porter. He also had success in the NCAA, winning 19 championships. Vigi…