March 2026

09 Mar

Posted at 11:35h in News

Interview by Parker Neumeier, Journalism Student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison  Meet Laulauga Tausaga-Collins, the first American ever to become a world champion in women’s discus: a Marvel movie nerd, Twilight Team Edward loyalist and Jeep off-roading enthusiast.  Introduction to Track & Field  With Samoan roots, Tausaga-Collins was...

The USATF Foundation provides a means to attract and guide funds to new and innovative track and field programs with an emphasis on providing opportunities for youth athletes, emerging and experienced elite athletes, along with guidance on future career paths. The Foundation depends upon donations from its Board of Directors, major gifts, and from generous fans of track & field.

Elite athletes are supported by the Foundation via monetary grants, career counseling (mentoring and jobs) and participation in Run With US!. Youth athletes are supported via monetary grants to youth clubs.

For more information, or to contribute to the USA Track & Field Foundation, Click Here or contact Tom Jackovic at (412) 398-2484 or tjackovic@usatffoundation.org.