Garmin has announced a multiyear agreement to become the Official Equipment Supplier of the top-ranked University of New Mexico track & field and cross-country teams through the spring 2024 season.
“The University of New Mexico is home to highly accomplished track and field and cross-country runners from around the world, and we are thrilled to welcome these college athletes to the Garmin family,” said Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Marketing.
“This is the first time in Garmin’s history that we have provided equipment to college running teams, and we look forward to supporting the Lobos and being a part of their continued success.”
The University of New Mexico Lobos track & field and cross-country teams boast 25 Mountain West team championships, 10 NCAA individual champions, two NCAA team champions and more. The 2021-22 track and field roster is comprised of 22 men and 50 women, while the cross country team includes 10 men and 30 women.
“We are excited about our new agreement with Garmin,” said Joe Franklin, University of New Mexico Track & Field and Cross-Country Head Coach. “To have the best in fitness tracking time pieces support our men’s and women’s teams is amazing.
“Our main goal as a program is to help provide every opportunity for our students to be successful at the highest levels and this relationship will allow us to continue to strive for NCAA excellence and championships.”
Athletes from the Lobos track and field and cross-country teams will use Garmin running watches, accessories and tools for training and racing, including: Forerunner 55, Forerunner 245, Running Dynamics Pod, HRM-Pro and Garmin Clipboard Coaching app.
