History of Gunter Track and Cross Country

Where Hard Work Becomes Tradition

The legacy left by the hard-working and talented runners in Gunter, TX, has paved the way for the Gunter Tiger track and cross country programs since they were established in 1978. From state champions to state record holders, Gunter’s tradition of hard work has continued since the first spike hit the track.

Throughout the generations, Gunter Tiger track and cross country has excelled and thrived thanks to many of the coaches that have given their time, one being Coach W.J. (Jack) Harris. He served as the head coach for both girls and boys track and cross country from 1978- the early 1980’s. Another notable coach was Coach Locket. He coached Roger Reed, who excelled at the sport in every form and fashion. Reed won state in the 800 meter run and was named to the Texas Track and Field All Century Team.

Much of Gunter’s recent success as an overall athletic program owes much to the strong foundation set by Track and Cross-Country programs. One example is the Lady Tiger basketball program that consistently advanced to the regional and state tournaments during the mid 90’s through early 2000s making up strong Cross Country squads during the fall that would advance to the State Meet. Several times the Lady Tiger Cross Country has left Round Rock with medals, then went on long basketball playoff runs during the winter. The Tiger football program has also been elevated due to a consistent commitment to a strong off-season program centered around track. A number of stand-outs on the gridiron have also found their way to the Regional Finals in Stephenville or Mike Myers track in Austin during the spring.

Listed below are a number of stand-out performers in Gunter Track/Cross-Country history.

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