About this episode
Today on group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Lindsey Hein, and Matt Chittim. Topics we covered: Cooper Lutkenhaus goes pro at 16 and signs with Nike NIL deals, college eligibility, and the value of NCAA programs vs. professional contracts Risks and benefits of skipping the collegiate system (facilities, coaching, social/educational experience) Fall marathon fields announced (Chicago and New York), with key athletes and matchups UTMB week preview: OCC, CCC, UTMB, and international trail running storylines