One of the better track programs in the country just got a little better. Texas A&M announced hiring Paul Ereng as an assistant coach on the Track & Field team. He comes to College Station after a successful 20 years at UTEP, where we help led the Miners to seven conference USA titles.
Not only is he a talented and experienced coach, but he was also an Olympic gold medalist and world champion in the 800 meters. Below are statements from Texas A&M head track and field coach Pat Henry and new coach Paul Ereng on the announcement.
“I am very pleased to announce the hiring of Paul Ereng to our coaching staff,” Henry said. “He will be coaching our middle distance athletes and work alongside me with the 400 meter athletes. Paul joins us from UTEP where he has coached many of the best athletes in the world, including former collegiate 800 meter record holder and Olympian Michael Saruni, 2017 NCAA 800 meter champion Emmanuel Korir and four-time NCAA champion Anthony Rotich.”
“I am very happy and excited to join the Aggie track & field family,” Ereng added. “I want to personally thank Coach Henry, his family and the entire staff for welcoming me to College Station. I appreciate his faith in me and I’m looking forward to contributing to a great and decorated program.”
Introducing our new assistant coach the 1988 800m Olympic champion Paul Ereng ‼️
Please give him a warm welcome to Aggieland 👍
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— Texas A&M Track & Field/Cross Country (@aggietfxc) August 4, 2023
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