Hartke Named Associate Head Cross Country Coach

AMES, Iowa - Travis Hartke has been named Iowa State's Associate Head Cross Country Coach in recognition of his accomplishments on behalf of the Cyclones' nationally ranked programs. Hartke first came to Iowa State in the fall of 2006 and has become an important part of Cyclone cross country success.

"Travis has worked around the clock for the betterment of the program," Iowa State head cross country and track coach Corey Ihmels said. "He has been a stabilizing presence through the combining of the programs and coaching staff changes. Travis has played an integral role in the success we have achieved to date."

Iowa State's women's cross country team finished eighth at the 2010 NCAA Championship after earlier capturing the 2010 NCAA Midwest Regional title. The Cyclones have finished third at the last two Big 12 Championships. Iowa State's men's cross country teams no lower than fifth during Hartke's tenure with the Cyclones.

"Travis has been instrumental in the recruiting and development of our distance runners including NCAA champion Lisa Koll, All-American Dani Stack and the emergence of freshman All-American Edward Kemboi," Ihmels said.

Hartke will continue to serve as meet director at Iowa State's home track and cross country meets. He is the director of the Cyclones Wilderness Cross Country Camp.

"Because of coach Hartke's hard work and dedication we also have experienced continued excellence in hosting some of the best indoor meets in the country," Ihmels said.

A native of Litchfield, Ill, Hartke completed his master's degree in kinesiology at Iowa State in 2008. Before coming to Ames, Hartke attended NCAA Division III cross country powerhouse North Central College in Naperville, Ill. There he received his bachelor's degree in physical education and psychology. During his time at North Central, his cross country team finished third, third, second and 12th at the NCAA Division III National Championship. Hartke was also a steeplechaser for North Central.

Players Mentioned

Edward Kemboi

Lisa Koll

Dani Stack

Dani Stack

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