Great Midwest Athletic Conference announced its 2024 indoor track and field awards, with Ashland University's Hailey Rios and head coach A.G. Kruger receiving top honors. Rios was named the indoor women's Freshman of the Year, while Kruger was chosen as the Coach of the Year. Rios' standout performance included winning the women's long jump and securing fourth place in the 60-meter and 200 dashes. Kruger led the AU women to their first conference title indoors since 1996. Additionally, several Ashland University athletes were recognized as part of the All-Great Midwest teams. This marks a significant achievement for the university's track and field program.

By the Numbers
  • Rios won the women's long jump with a distance of 5.79 meters (19 feet 0 inches).
  • Kruger led the AU women to the 2024 Great Midwest championship, their first conference title indoors since 1996.
  • Ashland University athletes received multiple first-team and second-team All-Great Midwest honors.
State of Play
  • Hailey Rios and A.G. Kruger's recognition underscores the strength and success of Ashland University's track and field program.
  • The program's first conference title indoors since 1996 highlights the impact of Kruger's leadership.
Bottom Line

Ashland University's Hailey Rios and head coach A.G. Kruger have been recognized with top honors in the 2024 Great Midwest indoor track and field awards, underscoring the program's strength and success.