Laurie Henes

Longtime NC State runner and coach who built the Wolfpack into a national powerhouse; former 1991 NCAA 5,000m champion and Director of Track & Field and Cross Country who led NC State women's cross country to three consecutive NCAA team titles.

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Oct 1, 2025 • 50min

Building a Dynasty: Laurie Henes on Culture, Standards, and the Blueprint Behind NC State’s 3-Peat

Laurie Henes, a former NCAA champion and current Director of Track & Field and Cross Country at NC State, shares her journey in transforming NC State into a powerhouse. She highlights the importance of individualized training to align athletes for peak performance and her strategies for recruiting hidden gems like Grace Hartman. Laurie emphasizes building a strong culture, minimizing race-day tension, and the emotional complexities of defending titles. She discusses the significance of resilience in athletes and her success measurement centered around athlete development.

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