CITIUS MAG | LIVE FROM EUGENE — DAY 2 AT PRE CLASSIC + SPECIAL GUESTS: DAWN STALEY, BRANDON MILLER, COOPER LUTKENHAUS, VAL ALLMAN, & SANDI MORRIS

In this episode, hosts Paul Hof-Mahoney and Karen Lesiewicz provide live coverage from Day 2 of the 2026 Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field, sharing exciting insights and interviews with various athletes. The episode kicks off with the hosts discussing playful activities at the Fan Fest, followed by highlights from notable races, particularly the women's two-mile and performances from athletes like Parker Valby and Cooper Lutkenhaus. Lutkenhaus shares his experience and strategies from his recent race, emphasizing the enjoyment in competition. The episode continues with interviews featuring Sandy Morris, a pole vault champion, who discusses her season's best performance and her strategies for maintaining a positive mindset. Dawn Staley, a renowned basketball coach, joins to express her excitement about the event while discussing the importance of mental toughness in athletics. Brandon Miller, the men's 800 winner, shares his thoughts on overcoming past disappointments and preparing for future competitions. Valerie Allman, a discus thrower, has a candid conversation about her goals and the joy of competing at Hayward. The episode wraps up with predictions and excitement for the races scheduled for the day, including the women's 100 meters and men’s Bowerman mile.