Kevin Murphy Hired As Wells Men's and Women's Cross Country Coach

AURORA, N.Y. - Wells College Athletics Director Lyn LaBar announced last week that Kevin Murphy of Ithaca has been appointed as coach for the College's cross-country team. The sport was introduced last year for women and men. 

Kevin Murphy comes to Wells College with four years of coaching experience and ten years of competitive running experience. He most recently was assistant coach of track and field at Colby-Sawyer College in New Hampshire, where last season 100% of the team achieved personal bests. Also under his direction, the Ithaca High School varsity cross-country team was undefeated the past two seasons.

"Kevin brings a wealth of experience to our new cross country program and we're excited and fortunate to have him on board," said Director of Athletics Lyn LaBar. "He has enjoyed varied experiences and successes in the sport as a competitive runner, coach and educator, and I am confident that he has the skills and motivation necessary to develop a top quality program in a short period of time."

Kevin earned a B.S. in human movement and a M.Ed. in human movement and health education from Boston University, where he was a three-time all-American runner and captain of the team, setting two school records in 800m and distance medley relay. He is a professional runner, competing in the Reebok International in Washington, D.C. from 1998 - 2000; he is ranked in the top 15 in the U.S. for the 800m. Kevin holds Level 1 and 2 Track and Field certifications, was a 1996 Olympic trials quarterfinalist in the 800m, and has also worked as a personal trainer, real estate salesperson, and construction manager.

"The cross country program at Wells is young and very promising," said Murphy.  "I am proud and pleased to be given the opportunity to build a tradition of running excellence at Wells."

Wells College is a Division III member of NCAA, offering sports for women and men each season. In addition to renovations to indoor and outdoor athletic facilities, there are plans to sponsor additional intercollegiate sports over the next few years.

For more information about athletics at Wells College, please contact Athletics Director Lyn LaBar at 315/364-3410.