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Ex-USA Coach Slams Relay Chaos

September 10, 2025 | Edition #235
👋 Hey, Speedster!
It’s been a heavy day for track and field. A North Central Athletics' Hall of Fame coach whose impact touched countless athletes has passed away. And tributes are coming in for him far and beyond. More on his legacy and other updates from the track world below...

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Ex-National Coach Breaks Silence Over Team USA's Relay Mess |
After Team USA’s latest relay struggle, a former coach stepped in with strong words. |


As you read above, Mechelle Freeman has opined that the selection process may be the reason behind Team USA’s limited practice with the exact relay team. So tell us,
Do You Agree With Freeman's Stand? |

We’ve seen plenty of athletes getting their trainings in Tokyo. But for Shelly-Ann, this one hits different. These Worlds mark her final event before retirement and her last time stepping onto a global stage. So here, catch a glimpse of the legend preparing for her last dance…
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce 🇯🇲 preparing for the Tokyo 2025 World Championships!!
For the last time...
— Track & Field Gazette (@TrackGazette)
12:42 PM • Sep 10, 2025

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