Just an aside note for everybody: I have never been a part of any track team. I am an ex football player. However, there is something about the Oregon track story and our Oregon track fans that has been special. Track and Field is the sport on which Oregon rests its greatness, be it through the creation of Nike, our legendary venue, or our NCAA titles.
Thank you for allowing me to share this on going story of over achievement with my fellow Duck football fans on this discussion board. Oregon T&F’s greatness is not just something from a glorious era of “yesteryear”. We are still witnessing the greatness of Oregon track today
Track is the world’s most universal sport. Be they wealthy countries or third world impoverished countries, every country has track.
Our university just hosted the first track and field World Championship ever on American soil. Now all over the World you can find someone who has heard of the University of Oregon, Hayward Field, or Eugene, Oregon. The stardom and legend just keeps growing . Buckle up and enjoy the ride. Our track program has become an international team of greatness.
Our jealous detractors claim derisively that Oregon track is only successful because of Nike. They have it backwards. Nike became successful because of Oregon track. Nike came out of Oregon track.
Things have never been better for Oregon’s best sport…. No brag, just fact. Go Ducks!
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