Dakota State Trojans track and field
| Dakota State Trojans track and field | |
|---|---|
| University | Dakota State University |
| Head coach | Alex Glover |
| Conference | Frontier |
| Location | Madison, South Dakota, US |
| Outdoor track | Dan Beacom Track Complex |
| Nickname | Dakota State Trojans |
| Colors | Trojan blue, DSU blue, and gray[1] |
| Conference Indoor Championships | |
| Men's: 1996, 1997, 1998, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 Women's: 1997 | |
| Conference Outdoor Championships | |
| Men's: 1996, 1997, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Women's: 1982, 1984, 1995, 1996, 1997 | |
The Dakota State Trojans track and field program represents Dakota State University in the sport of track and field. The program includes separate men's and women's teams, both of which compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) as a member of the North Star Athletic Association (NSAA). The Trojans host their home outdoor meets at the Dan Beacom Track Complex, which is located in Madison, South Dakota.[2] Their current head coach is Alex Glover.[3]
History
Conference affiliation
- South Dakota Intercollegiate Conference (1921–2000)
- Dakota Athletic Conference (2000–2011)
- NAIA independent (2011–2013)
- North Star Athletic Association (2013–2025)
- Frontier Conference (2025–)
Conference championships
SDIC championships
| Team | Years |
|---|---|
| Men's Indoor | 1996, 1997, 1998 |
| Women's Indoor | 1997 |
| Men's Outdoor | 1996, 1997 |
| Women's Outdoor | 1982, 1984, 1995, 1996, 1997 |
NSAA championships
| Team | Years |
|---|---|
| Men's Indoor | 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Men's Outdoor | 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 |
National championships
Individual
Men's
Indoor
| Name | Year | Event | Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andy Coy | 2012 | 1000–meter run | NAIA |
Outdoor
| Name | Year | Event | Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conner Tordsen | 2023 | Discus | NAIA |
Women's
Indoor
| Name | Year | Event | Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desa Rae Doyle | 2000 | High Jump | NAIA |
Coaches
Current coaching staff
| Position | Name | Alma mater |
|---|---|---|
| Head Coach | Alex Glover | Dakota Wesleyan University |
| Assistant Coach | Taylor Hauge | Dakota State University |
| Assistant Coach | Shandon Reitzell | Midland University |
| Assistant Coach | D'Artist Williams | Dakota State University |
| Graduate Assistant | Caleb Sayler | |
| Graduate Assistant | Zachary Haugen |
Source: [10]
See also
References
- ^ "Dakota State University brand manual". Retrieved August 29, 2022.
- ^ "Dan Beacom Track Complex". dsuathletics.com. Retrieved November 17, 2024.
- ^ Huntimer, Nick (March 28, 2025). "Drealan to retire after outdoor track & field season, Glover to succeed". dsuathletics.com. Madison, SD. Retrieved June 24, 2025.
- ^ Dannelly, Jason (April 27, 2013). "DSU accepts invite to join North Star Athletic Association". Victory Sports Network. Retrieved November 17, 2024.
- ^ Dircks, Jackson (May 22, 2024). "Dakota State University joins Frontier Conference". SDPB. Retrieved November 17, 2024.
- ^ Huntimer, Nick (November 14, 2022). "The Last Game at Trojan Field series: Numerous track & field athletes competed at Trojan Field". dsuathletis.com. Retrieved January 5, 2025.
- ^ "COLLEGE NOTES". Lyon County Reporter. March 11, 1998. Retrieved January 5, 2025.
- ^ "Dakota State University NAIA Women's All-Americans". dsuathletics.com. Retrieved December 11, 2025.
- ^ "Dakota State University NAIA Men's All-Americans". dsuathletics.com. Retrieved December 11, 2025.
- ^ "2024-25 Men's Track and Field Coaching Staff". dsuathletics.com. Retrieved November 17, 2024.