NCAA indoor champion Mya Lesnar, NCAA outdoor runner-up Gabi Morris and First Team All-American Michaela Hawkins '24 and Coach Bedard '88 share insights into their Olympic Trials experiences and reflect on their time with CSU Track & Field

It's time to pick up your shot put or discus and meet the elite women throwers and coach currently shaping CSU's Track and Field throwing legacy. This episode of The Next 150 podcast features a powerhouse lineup: National Collegiate Athletic Association indoor champion Mya Lesnar, NCAA outdoor runner-up Gabi Morris and First Team All-American Michaela Hawkins '24, alongside their coach, Brian Bedard '88. They share their experiences competing at the highest levels as a squad from national championships to the 2024 Olympic trials. They also discuss the power of mental preparation, the impact of a strong team culture and how lessons from the field translate into academic and professional success. And Coach Bedard offers insight into what it's been like to build a program that consistently wins championships. Hear their advice for young athletes and incoming CSU students on embracing challenges and staying committed to their goals.