Ashland University’s A.G. Kruger was named Coach of the Year, while sophomore Molly Winner took home Field Athlete of the Year honors at the 2025 Great Midwest Athletic Conference women’s outdoor track and field awards. Under Kruger’s leadership, the Eagles secured their first outdoor conference championship since 1999, scoring 209 points—41 more than second-place Findlay. Winner excelled by winning the hammer throw and shot put events, demonstrating her dedication to the sport. Both awards recognize not just individual achievement but the collective effort of the athletes, coaches, and supporters.
By the Numbers
- The Eagles scored 209 points at the conference meet, 41 points ahead of Findlay.
- Molly Winner won to become a two-time Great Midwest champion in both hammer throw (60.18 meters) and shot put (15.17 meters).
State of Play
- Kruger is Ashland University’s first outdoor women’s track and field conference Coach of the Year in 29 years.
- Winner’s achievements mark the first time the women’s program has had a Field Athlete of the Year since 2019.
What’s Next
Looking ahead, the Ashland Eagles will aim to build on their momentum in upcoming seasons, with an emphasis on maintaining their competitive edge in future meets. Coaches and athletes will focus on training and enhancing performance to remain a dominant force in the Great Midwest Conference.
