National champ track coach John Smith speaks at luncheon Friday

One of the nation’s top track and field coaches will speak when George Fox University’s Legacy League opens its 119th year with a luncheon this Friday, Sept. 27, at noon in Canyon Commons.

Head track coach John Smith, who guided the 2018 women’s track team to a national title, will discuss his coaching philosophy, how he ended up in a head coaching role, his development of teams and milestones, and a brief history of his time as an athlete at George Fox. Joining him to speak will be Annie Wright, this year’s national NCAA Division III champion in the heptathlon.

Reservations for the luncheon ($10) must be made by Wednesday, Sept. 25. RSVP to Judy Woolsey at 503-538-7314, Connie Magee at 503-927-5011, or online at georgefox.edu/legacyleague.

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