Announcement

Support Coach Weir

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Robert Weir, Men’s Track & Field Coach, may no longer be a part of the Stanford community. Details behind the situation are unclear to most, but this site is intended for former athletes, friends, and colleagues of Coach Weir’s to share memorable experiences and talk about the impact he’s had on our lives. We believe Stanford Track & Field would not be the same without Robert Weir.

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December 1, 2007

Don Turnbull Quote

December 1, 2007 – 9:03 pm
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When thinking of Stanford, I think of Coach Weir. I am a huge fan of another Pac 10 school, but when I had an athlete with a high GPA & test scores I thaught of Coach Weir. There arent too many coaches with the knowledge and background of Coach Weir. More importat than that knowledge is how he cares for his athletes on and off the field.
He has always been willing to reach out to the community of track and field and offer his support and insights.
Having coached at Mt. SAC for several years working the relays his a lot of work but there are highlights as well & one of mine was always looking forward to the Big Guy bringing his athletes down for the meet.

Don-Earle Turnbull
Track Coach Golden West College

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November 28, 2007

Tore Quote

November 28, 2007 – 5:46 pm
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I have known Robert for over 25 years as a competitor and a friend. I was very happy when he got the job here at Stanford in the 90s. I was still training at the time and really appreciated his support. Robert is the only throws Coach in this country that has international connections as an athlete and as a respected coach. His yearly travel around the world as a throws coach for USA national team keeps him up-to-date with new training methods and ideas. The loss to the athletes and the University will be felt for years to come. Its very disappointing to see.

Dr. Tore Gustafsson, Friend and Olympian

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November 27, 2007

Jonathan Pierce Quote

November 27, 2007 – 12:50 pm
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I really appreciate this site and what you are trying to do. As a recent graduate of Stanford and the Track and Field program I have several of my own frustrations with the current state of affairs, however, no issue is more infuriating to me than this one with Coach Weir. During the last five years I have come to appreciate him greatly for what he does for the team, but also for how he treated me. I have many fond memories of Robert and have known him since day one when he picked me up at the airport for cross country training camp freshman year. I was then awestruck when he proceeded to eat two entrees at dinner that night. I really appreciate the many kind words and encouragement Robert gave me over the years. I will never forget the excitement in his voice when he shook my hand and congratulated me after big races. Also, I’ll always appreciate the extra time he took to check in with us and stay up to date with the distance runners while he was head coach. In addition to his personality and interpersonal relationships, Robert was an excellent coach and a true cornerstone of our program throughout all the changes and upheaval while I was there. On the merits of his coaching alone it is a grave mistake should he be let go.

Jonathan Pierce, Former Stanford runner

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November 26, 2007

Kyle Davis Quote

November 26, 2007 – 12:46 pm
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Coach Weir is truly the reason I’m at Stanford. His character both as a coach and a person in general attracted me to this school and the track program here. I’m a current athlete on the team and I’m losing a good coach and a great friend. He’s always been a guiding light showing me the way to my goals. Beyond helping me make strides towards my own goals he’s just been amazing. I can’t help but remember all the people who have, not knowing Robert, been terrified of him and the number of times that he’s smiled and in doing so shown how human he is. He commands respect from his athletes as well as others he meets and is not afraid to return it. Stanford is uselessly losing a fantastic asset and is pushing away one of the best things that has happened to its track team in a while. He offers more than 13 years of experience and Olympic medals and national records. The athletes new to the program are missing an amazing opportunity to train with him and the returning athletes are losing an outstanding friend and mentor.

Kyle Davis, Current Stanford thrower

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