Kansas State University Women's Track and Field
Kansas State University (KSU) · Manhattan, Kansas · Public university
Kansas State University Women's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at Kansas State University who recruit Women's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where Kansas State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Big Twelve Conference
- Program level
- Elite Program
- Athletics site
- kstatesports.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 19 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 71% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Kansas State University in Manhattan.
- Location
- Manhattan, Kansas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- k-state.edu
About Kansas State University Women's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
John Newell, the Associate Head Coach - Throws, leads the Kansas State University Women's Track and Field staff of 9 coaches, verified October 2026. Kansas State University (KSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Track and Field as a member of the Big Twelve Conference. By event, John Newell coaches Discus, Javelin and Shot Put and Ayesha Champagnie coaches 100m Dash, 200m Dash, 400m Dash, Decathlon and more. Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. Kansas State University is a large public school in Manhattan, Kansas with 20,295 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,527 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Kansas State University Women's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail John Newell, the Associate Head Coach - Throws and Travis Geopfert, the Director of Track and Field - Cross Country. Kansas State University has 9 coaches for Women's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so John can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Kansas State University typically score 1060–1260 on the SAT and 20–27 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Kansas State University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Email Coach JohnHow track and field recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Kansas State University Women's Track and Field FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Kansas State University D1?
Yes. Kansas State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Track and Field, in the Big Twelve Conference.
Is Kansas State University public or private?
Kansas State University is a public school in Manhattan, Kansas.
What conference is Kansas State University Women's Track and Field in?
The Big Twelve Conference.
Does Kansas State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Track and Field?
Kansas State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Kansas State University Women's Track and Field have?
9 coaches, led by John Newell, the Associate Head Coach - Throws.
Who is the head coach of Kansas State University Women's Track and Field?
John Newell is the Associate Head Coach - Throws.
When can Kansas State University Women's Track and Field coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Kansas State University Women's Track and Field?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Kansas State University cost?
In-state tuition is $10,243 and out-of-state tuition is $27,590 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,527.
What is the Kansas State University acceptance rate?
82% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Kansas State University?
Admitted students typically score 1060–1260 on the SAT and 20–27 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Kansas State University Women's Track and Field coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
