Dick Fosbury High Jump

Originator of the “Fosbury Flop” and 1968 Olympic gold medalist in the high jump. Dick will be working with the jumpers on their approaches, takeoff and clearance; bounding and strength exercises; and observing individual techniques for improvements.

Andre Phillips Hurdles

1988 Olympic gold medal winner in the 400 hurdles. Andre is known for making his clinics and coaching sessions both fun and instructive. His teaching skills are a product of both his love for students and his professional training. He is the principal of Stagg High School in Stockton, California.

Willie Banks Triple and Long Jump

Triple jump world record holder, three-time Olympian. Willie will be working with athletes on approaches and jumping techniques, take-off and body position in the air. He will be observing athletes’ techniques and providing feedback on how they can improve. Willie will cover bounding and strength drills, and a break-out session on effective calisthenics.

George Walcott Sprints

George is a three-time Jamaican Olympic Trials qualifier. He has competed at the World Championships and in the Pan American Games. He is a Pac-10 200-meter champion, four-time Arizona Junior College sprint champion and NUCAA 200-meter champion. George was the men’s and women’s sprint coach at the University of Oregon for eight years and is currently the head track and field coach at Winston Churchill High School in Eugene, Oregon.

ISU Coaching Staff

Idaho State University Coaching Staff:

Hillary Merkley - Head Coach

Nathan Houle - Head XC Coach, Asst. Track and Field Coach

Joe Silvers - Jumps, Combined Events, Pole Vault

Shannon Whitmer Camp Executive Director

For any questions about camp, please contact us at simplotgamestrackcamp@hotmail.com