University of North Carolina Athletics
Tar Heels Sign 19 For Track And Field Program
November 12, 2020 | Cross Country, Track & Field
"We are extremely excited about this incredible group we have joining the Carolina track and field family next year," said UNC Director of Track & Field/Cross Country Chris Miltenberg. "As we continue to climb towards being one of the very best complete teams in the country again, these are absolutely the right people that we want on this mission with us. Through a recruiting landscape during the pandemic that has been unlike any we have ever seen, our coaching staff did an incredible job of building relationships with each of these recruits and finding the right people for Carolina and our program that understand our values and are ready to climb the mountain with us."
Those joining the Carolina men's program are: Judson Greer (distance/cross country), Melissa, Texas; Crawford Hope (distance/cross country), Homewood, Ala.; Bryce Kazmaier (combined events), St. Charles, Mo.; Brayden Radhuber (throws), Cornelius, N.C.; Colton Sands (distance/cross country), Spring Mills, Pa.; Ashton Schwartzman (sprints), Wautoma, Wis.; Sully Shelton (distance/cross country), Marietta, Ga.; Ethan Strand (distance/cross country), Vestavia Hills, Ala.; Parker Wolfe (distance/cross country), Denver, Colo.; and Troy Yearwood (throws), who is from Chesapeake, Va., and is transferring from William & Mary.
Those joining the UNC women's program are: Obiageri Amaechi (throws), who is from San Francisco and transferring from Princeton; Ella Auderset (distance/cross country), Frederick, Md.; Brynn Brown (distance/cross country), Denton, Texas; Paige Floriea (sprints/jumps), Painesville, Ohio; Gwyneth Goldowski (sprints), Hamburg, N.Y.; Carlee Hansen (distance/cross country), Bountiful, Utah; Grace Hotchkiss (pole vault), Daniel Island, S.C.; Sydney Masciarelli (distance/cross country), Northbridge, Mass.; and Makayla Paige (distance/cross country), Tewksbury, Mass.
Read on for more on each of the new Tar Heels and why they chose to be part of the North Carolina family:
Following her graduation 🎓 from Princeton this spring, Ivy League Discus Record Holder and USTFCCCA All-American Obiageri Amaechi will be headed South to join the Tar Heels throws squad! #Signed 📝 #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/PIkzQAvqzY— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 12, 2020
Obiageri Amaechi
Throws
San Francisco, Calif. (Lincoln HS/Princeton University)
Internationally:
• Represented the United States at the 2018 U20 World Championships and 2017 U20 Pan American Games.
Princeton:
• Princeton School Record Holder and Ivy League Record Holder (Discus)
• 2018 USTFCCCA All-American (Discus)
• 2019 Ivy League Discus Champion
• 2019 Ivy League Most Outstanding Field Performer (2019 Ivy League Outdoor Championships)
Personal Bests:
• Discus: 190-1 (57.95m)
• Shot put: 51-4.50 (15.66m)
Why Carolina: "I chose Carolina for its great combination of having an outstanding coaching staff and its reputation as one of the top public research institutions. I wanted to be in an environment where I can grow as an athlete and have the support to figure out my next steps as a student."
With seven total appearances at New Balance Nationals and two Maryland state titles to her credit, Ella Auderset can also say ... "I'm a Tar Heel." #Signed ✒️ #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/6zx0dawO9e— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Ella Auderset
Distance/Cross Country
Frederick, Md. (Urbana)
On the National Stage:
• 4x New Balance Nationals Outdoor Qualifier
• 3x New Balance Nationals Indoor Qualifier
In-State Stats:
• 2x State Champion
• 2x State Runner-Up
Personal Bests:
• 400m: 58.72 (Maryland - #3, 2019)
• 500m: 1:15.39 (Maryland – #1; U.S. – #13, 2019)
• 800m: 2:11.80 (Maryland - #2, 2019)
Why Carolina: "I chose Carolina because of the exceptional coaches and athletes; they made me feel welcome, even over a Zoom call! I'm thrilled to be a part of a program that has so much history, but is so focused on its potential. I can't wait to get started!"
• 3x Cross Country National Qualifier ✈️
• 2x Texas State Champion 🥇
• 2019-20 Gatorade Girls' Texas TF Athlete of the Year 🏆
Brynn Brown ... Come on Down! #Signed ✒️#GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/8yLACvHzye
— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Brynn Brown
Distance/Cross Country
Denton, Texas (Denton Guyer)
On the National Stage:
• 3x Cross Country National Qualifier
• Unofficial National Record Holder in the 3200m (9:39.67)
• Currently Ranked #1 Nationally in Girls' XC (16:13.52)
In-State Stats:
• 2x State Champion
• 2x State Runner-Up
• 2019-20 Gatorade Texas Athlete of the Year - Girls' Track & Field
Personal Bests:
• 1600m: 4:48.37 (Texas - #1; U.S. - #26, 2019)
• 2-Miles: 9:57.54 (U.S. - #2, 2019)
• 5K (XC): 16:12.00 (U.S. - #1, 2019)
Why Carolina: "I wanted to join a winning culture, and Carolina possessed just that. I chose Carolina for the academic programs, coaches, and teammates. I cannot wait to join the Tar Heel family!"
A 3x Ohio State Long Jump Champion 🥇 and 15x All-State Finisher 🎖️... Paige Floriea is #Signed ✒️ and making the "jump" to Chapel Hill! #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/q9gLww9wb9— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Paige Floriea
Sprints/Jumps
Painesville, Ohio (Mentor)
On the Nationals Stage:
• 2018 Outdoor New Balance Nationals, Sixth Place (Long Jump)
In-State Stats:
• 3x Ohio State Long Jump Champion
• 15x All State Finisher
• Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium Record Holder (Long Jump)
Personal Bests:
• 100m: 11.85
• 200m: 24.21
• Long Jump: 20-2.50 (6.15) * (Ohio #1; U.S. #15, 2019)
Why Carolina: "I chose UNC because the coaches and athletes made it feel like a family and a place I will be happy to call home."
A New Balance National Qualifier, multiple-time NY sectional champion 🎖️ and 2019 NY bronze 🥉 medalist at 400m ...
Have you met her? Because she's a Tar Heel 👣 too ... Welcome, Gwyneth Goldowski!#Signed ✒️ #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/p8Ep9mk33s— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 12, 2020
Gwyneth Goldowski
Sprints
Hamburg, N.Y. (Frontier)
On the National Stage:
• New Balance National Qualifier
In-State Stats:
• 2019 NY State Bronze Medalist (400m)
• 3x NY State Section 6 Champion
Personal Bests:
• 200m: 25.00
• 300m: 39.89
• 400m: 55.14
Why Carolina: "I chose UNC because I felt like I was a part of their family. I have a great relationship with Coach (Adrian) Wheatley and with the girls on the track team. Also, UNC has countless opportunities both academically and athletically that will allow me to reach my goals."
Judson Greer is #signed ✒️ and headed to Chapel Hill with a resume 📰 that includes four Texas state titles 🏆, and a fifth-place finish at the 2019 Foot Locker Cross Country Championships. #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/jA4ACeZXX6— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Judson Greer
Distance/XC
Melissa, Texas (Melissa)
On the National Stage:
• 2019 Footlocker Cross-Country National Championship, Fifth Place
• 2019 Nike Cross-Country National Championship, 26th Place
In-State Stats:
• 4x State Champion
Personal Bests:
• 1600m: 4:14.56 (Texas #9, 2019)
• 3200m: 8:56.99 (Texas #1; U.S. #4, 2019)
• 5000m: 14:34.66 (Texas #4; U.S. #11, 2019)
Why Carolina: "I chose Carolina because it has a history of excellence in both athletics and academics. I developed a great relationship with the coaches and am extremely excited to help build UNC into a dominant distance running program!"
Direct from Salt Lake City to RDU ✈️ ...
12x Utah State Champ and NXN Qualifier Carlee Hansen is #signed ✒️, sealed, and ready to be a Tar Heel! #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/eexlecxN0U— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 12, 2020
Carlee Hansen
Distance/Cross Country
Bountiful, Utah (Woods Cross)
On the National Stage:
• 2019 Nike Cross Nationals Qualifier
In-State Stats:
• 12x State Champion
• 2019-20 Gatorade Utah Athlete of the Year - Girls' Track & Field
Personal Bests:
• 800m: 2:10.83
• Mile: 4:42.86 (Utah #1; U.S. #6, 2019)
• 3200m: 10:40.04 (Utah #1; U.S. #21, 2019)
Why Carolina: "I chose Carolina because I wanted to be part of a rising team. Every coach and runner is invested in making something incredible together. I think that will make us a competitive and united team."
The top ranked runner in Alabama at 1600m in 2020 and the defending Alabama State Indoor Champion at 3200m, Crawford Hope is also a Tar Heel 👣. #Signed ✒️ #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/5XrW42Ox88— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 12, 2020
Crawford Hope
Distance/Cross Country
Homewood, Ala. (Homewood School)
In-State Stats:
• 2020 State Champion
• 4x State Runner-Up
Personal Bests:
• 1600m: 4:16.65 (Ala. #1; U.S. #19, 2020)
• 3200m: 9:17.71 (Ala. #2, 2020)
• 5000m: 14:41.63 (Ala. #2; U.S. #5, 2020)
Why Carolina: "I chose North Carolina because I wanted to be challenged every day athletically and academically, as well as to be a part of such an accepting and loving community."
1. Win a South Carolina State PV Title ☑️
2. Sign with Tar Heel Track & Field ☑️
Grace Hotchkiss is on her way to Chapel Hill!#Signed ✒️ #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/o2Qsumr6Ms— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Grace Hotchkiss
Pole Vault
Daniel Island, S.C. (Bishop England)
On the National Stage:
• 2x New Balance Qualifier
• 2x USATF Junior Olympic Qualifier
In-State Stats:
• 2019 State Champion (Pole Vault)
Personal Bests:
• Pole Vault (Indoor) – 12-8 (3.86m)
• Pole Vault (Outdoor) – 12-9 (3.88m)
Why Carolina: "This Tar Heel team is ready to accomplish great things! I am beyond excited for my efforts to be a part of that success. I look forward to the challenge of making my home at Carolina, in both academics and vaulting."
The No. 3 ranked HS decathlete - Bryce Kazmaier - is #signed ✒️ and already wearing the Carolina Blue! #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/0CLe7tJgLy— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Bryce Kazmaier
Combined Events
St. Charles, Mo. (Francis Howell)
On the National Stage:
• 2019 AAU Junior Olympic Runner Up (Decathlon)
• 2018 AAU Junior Olympics, Fourth Place (Decathlon)
Personal Bests:
• Decathlon: 6,375 (U.S. #3, 2020)
Why Carolina: "Carolina is unmatched in the combined quality of their business school and track & field programs. The beautiful campus makes me feel right at home."
Sydney Masciarelli
Distance/Cross Country
Northbridge, Mass. (Marianapolis Preparatory School)
On the National Stage:
• 2018 Foot Locker Cross Country National Champion
• 2x Foot Locker Cross Country National Qualifier
• 2x New Balance Outdoor National Champion
In-State Stats:
• 6x New England Prep School Champion
• 2x Gatorade Massachusetts Athlete of the Year - Girls' Cross-Country
Personal Bests:
• 3000m: 9:21.44 (U.S. #1, 2019)
• 5000m: 16:16.20 (U.S. #1, 2019)
Why Carolina: "I chose North Carolina because of the amazing coaches and team. I see the potential that the program has and I want to be a part of the revolution that we are starting!"
The national leader at 600m in 2020, and a 2x Gatorade Girls' Track & Field Athlete of the Year in the state of Massachusetts, Makayla Paige is #Signed ✒️ and ready to be a Tar Heel!#GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/F5v14uurZN— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Makayla Paige
Distance/Cross Country
Tewksbury, Mass. (Tewksbury Memorial High School)
On the National Stage:
• 2019 New Balance Outdoor Nationals, Third Place (800m)
In-State Stats:
• 3x State Champion
• 2x Gatorade Massachusetts Athlete of the Year - Girls' Track & Field
Personal Bests:
• 400m: 56.09 (Mass. #1, 2019)
• 400H: 1:01.61 (Mass. #1, 2019)
• 500m: 1:12.35 (U.S. #3, 2020)
• 600m: 1:29.70 (U.S. #1, 2020)
• 800m: 2:06:27 (Mass. #1; U.S. #10, 2019)
Why Carolina: "I chose UNC because of the people I will be surrounding myself with. The athletes and coaches were kind, encouraging, and down to earth. They helped create a warm, family atmosphere that makes me feel completely welcome."
What do you do when you can stay in state and throw with the best?
You sign with Carolina! Brayden Radhuber is a Tar Heel!#Signed ✒️ #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/9WQiEHs64K— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Brayden Radhuber
Throws
Cornelius, N.C. (North Mecklenburg High School)
In-State Stats:
• NC State Finalist (Discus)
Personal Bests:
• Discus: 178-0
Why Carolina: "Carolina was my absolute number one because I see a culture that represents nothing but winners and success across the board. I'll only be at Carolina for four years, but I made a lifelong decision to be a Tar Heel."
Fresh off his second-straight Pennsylvania state XC title, Colton Sands is #Signed ✒️ and headed to Chapel Hill! #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/dQILHtLs1o— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Colton Sands
Distance/Cross Country
Centre Hall, Pa. (Penns Valley Area)
On the National Stage:
• 2019 Footlocker Cross-Country National Championship, 10th Place
• 2019 New Balance Outdoor National Qualifier
In-State Stats:
• 4x State Champion
Personal Bests:
• 1600m: 4:16.43 (Pa. #12, 2019)
• 3000m: 8:31.96 (Pa. #1; U.S. #12, 2020)
• 5000m: 15:14.00 (Pa. #2, 2019)
Why Carolina: "I chose Carolina because I wanted to be surrounded by excellence, and to be pushed to reach my potential."
Bringing three Wisconsin state titles, and the No. 10 performance in the U.S. at 400-meters in 2020, Ashton Schwartzman is a Tar Heel!#Signed 📝 #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/4dWP2dMYA1— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 12, 2020
Ashton Schwartzman
Sprints
Wautoma, Wis. (Wild Rose)
On the National Stage:
• 2020 AAU Junior Olympic Bronze Medalist (400m)
In-State Stats:
• 3x Wisconsin State Champion
Personal Bests:
• 200: 21.95
• 400: 47.94
• 400: 48.17i (U.S. #10, 2020)
• 800: 1:55.13
Why Carolina: "I chose the University of North Carolina because I immediately felt connected to the coaches and my future teammates, who made me feel like I was a part of the family. In talking with the coaches I could feel the chemistry that they were building a bright future for the team. I see great success ahead!"
And another one ... Sully Shelton is a Tar Heel!
We welcome you and your 3⃣ Georgia state titles 🏆! #Signed ✒️ #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/U4Xs1z4Vz8— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 12, 2020
Sully Shelton
Distance/Cross Country
Marietta, Ga. (Harrison)
On the National Stage:
• 2019 Nike Cross-Country National Championship Qualifier
In-State Stats:
• 3x State Champion
Personal Bests:
• 800m: 1:56.57 (Ga. #4, 2020)
• Mile: 4:10.58 (Ga. #1; U.S. #26, 2019)
• 3200m: 9:14.89 (Ga. #8, 2019)
• 5000m: 14:58.91 (Ga. #5, 2019)
Why Carolina: "To me, UNC felt like home from the start. I fell in love with the campus, the coaching staff and the team. I knew I was meant to be in Carolina Blue and I cannot wait to be a Tar Heel!"
With 8⃣ state titles 🎖️ and counting, 2019 Alabama Gatorade Cross Country Runner of the Year Ethan Strand is bringing his winning ways to Chapel Hill!#Signed ✒️ #GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/sqo4TgznBE— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Ethan Strand
Distance/Cross Country
Vestavia Hills, Ala. (Vestavia Hills)
On the National Stage:
• 2019 Footlocker Cross-Country National Championship, 29th Place
In-State Stats:
• 8x State Champion
• 2019-20 Gatorade Alabama Athlete of the Year - Boy's Cross-Country
Personal Bests:
• 800m: 1:54.52 (Ala. #1, 2019)
• Mile: 4:11.85 (Ala. #1, 2019)
• 3200m: 9:00.49 (Ala. #1; U.S. #10, 2020)
• 5000m: 14:36.88 (Ala. #1; U.S. #2, 2020)
Why Carolina: "I chose The University of North Carolina because I wanted to be a part of team that will push me to be the best athlete and person that I can be."
• 3x Cross Country National Qualifier ✈️
• 2x Texas State Champion 🥇
• 2019-20 Gatorade Girls' Texas TF Athlete of the Year 🏆
Brynn Brown ... Come on Down! #Signed ✒️#GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/8yLACvHzye
— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Parker Wolfe
Distance/ Cross Country
Denver, Colo. (Cherry Creek)
On the National Stage:
• 2019 Footlocker Cross-Country National Championship- 15th
• Currently Ranked #1 in Boys' XC (14:30.10)
In-State Stats:
• 2020 Cross-Country State XC Champion
• Colorado State 5K and Colorado State Meet Record Holder (14:30.10)
Personal Bests:
• Mile: 4:16.61 (Colo. #4, 2020)
• Two Mile: 9:17.03
Why Carolina: "I chose to continue my life at Carolina not only because of its academic excellence, but for the community it has built around helping others succeed as a student and an athlete."
Troy Yearwood is taking his talents to Chapel Hill ... #Signed ✒️
• 2020 IC4A Champion (Weight Throw)
• 2x All-CAA Honoree
• 2019 NCAA First Round Qualifier#GoHeels 🐏 #TarHeelTough 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/F5zeDfrdr9— UNC Track & Field • XC (@UNCTrack_Field) November 11, 2020
Troy Yearwood
Throws
Chesapeake, Va. (Atlantic Shores Christian/William & Mary)
At William & Mary:
• 2020 IC4A Champion (Weight Throw)
• 2x All-CAA Honoree
• 2019 NCAA First Round Qualifier
At Atlantic Shores Christian:
• 5x VA State Champion
Personal Bests (Collegiate Implements):
• Shot: 54-4 (16.56)
• Weight: 64-7.25 (19.69)
• Discus: 171-9 (52.35)
• Hammer: 170-0 (51.83)
Why Carolina: "UNC is the perfect mix of excellent academics and top-tier athletics."
