HANOVER, N.H. – Mike Nelson, the Marjorie & Herbert Chase ’30 Director of Dartmouth Track & Field and Cross Country, has announced the incoming class of 12 men who will join the Big Green this fall.
“We’re thrilled to welcome our new Big Green Track & Field team members, class of 2029! We look forward to helping these student-athletes in their pursuit of excellence on and off the track,” Nelson said. “The Ivy League is an elite track and field conference, and these newcomers will help our program as we chase Ivy League success. Also, I want to give a shout-out to the coaching staff as they work tirelessly in the recruiting process. Go Big Green!”
George Sullivan
Throws | Princeton, N.J. | Taft
Served as a track and field captain… Was a two-time All-Founders League honoree in football and Founders League Champion in track and field… Has a 177-8 / 54.15m javelin PR.
Why Dartmouth?: “It is the perfect blend of great community culture and academics.”
Foster Laird
Distance | Homewood, Ala. | Homewood High School
Was named an Alabama All-State Track and Field Athlete, as well as an Alabama All-Star Cross Country Athlete… Named a National Merit Finalist… Earned the seal of biliteracy and seal of distinction… Career bests include a 1:56.72 in the 800m and 4:19.94 in the 1600m.
Why Dartmouth?: “I chose Dartmouth because it provides the perfect balance between high-level academics, a tight-knit and supportive community, and access to incredible natural surroundings that make it easy to stay active and connected to the outdoors.”
Eli Engelman
Distance | Bryn Mawr, Pa. | Episcopal Academy
Was a four-year letter winner in high school cross country, indoor, and outdoor track… Had All-state and all-county honors… Graduated with cum laude distinction… Career bests include a 1:55.45 in the 800m and a 4:13.27 in the 1600m.
Why Dartmouth?: “There is a unique combination of excellent athletics, academics, and an unbeatable location.”
Callahan Fielder
Distance | Nashville, Tenn. | Brentwood High School
Personal bests include a 4:12.01 mile and 8:53.53 two miles… Played travel hockey in addition to running cross country in high school.
Why Dartmouth?: “I chose Dartmouth because of the cool trails and weather.”
Andrew Burr
Distance | El Dorado Hills, Calif. | Sacramento Country Day School
Was a two-time CA Cross Country State Championship podium, three-time Sac-Joaquin Cross Country Section Champion and three-time Cross Country League Champion… Was named a 2×3200 and 2×1600 League Champion, as well as a Sac-Joaquin Divisional 1600 Champion… Career bests include a 9:03.61 in the 3200m and a 15:02.28 in the 5000m.
Why Dartmouth?: “I chose Dartmouth because of the academics, team and coaching culture.”
Rory Gaan
Distance | Hoffman Estates, Ill. | Fremd High School
Was a three-time All-State in cross country and track and field… Holds three high school records… Was an honor roll student… Personal bests include a 4:11.43 in the 1600m and an 8:59.64 in the 3200m.
Why Dartmouth?: “I chose Dartmouth because on my visit, I felt the coaching staff and school would be a great fit for me. I really liked the area of the campus and how small the class sizes are.”
Richard Rozkydalek
Middle distance | Prague, Czechia | Gymnazium Ceskolipska
Was a Czech Nationals medalist… Career bests include a 1:50.68 in the 800m and a 3:52.35 in the 1500m.
Why Dartmouth?: “Team spirit!”
Matthew Kmecz
Distance | Toronto, Ontario, Canada | St. Michael’s College School
Was a four-year student-athlete of the year winner… Placed second at OFSAA XC and third at Canadian XC Nationals in 2024…Personal bests include a 1:52.70 in the 800m and a 3:48.94 in the 1500m.
Why Dartmouth?: “I chose Dartmouth for its tradition of academic and athletic excellence and its supportive community, which reminded me of the strong sense of tradition and community I loved at my high school.”
Mitchell Kisgen
Sprints/hurdles | Natick, Mass. | Xaverian Brothers High School
Was a three-time state champion, four-time captain, five-time New Balance Nationals qualifier and an eleven-time letter winner in track and soccer… Holds six school records… Career bests include a 48.76 in the 400m and 54.23 in the 400m hurdles.
Why Dartmouth?: “I chose Dartmouth for its academic excellence, rural location, quality track coaches, and friendly atmosphere.”
Henning Ehn
Hurdles | Njurunda, Sweden | Svaderns Gymnasieskola
Was selected to represent Sweden at the Nordic Championships 2024 in the 110m hurdles… Was the 13th fastest U20 Swede of all time in the 110m hurdles… Is a nine-time National Junior Championship Medalist… Holds the regional Medelpad record in the 60m hurdles…Personal bests include a 8.30 in the 60m hurdles, 14.23 in the 100m hurdles and 38.35 in the 300m hurdles.
Why Dartmouth?: “Dartmouth will be an amazing place where I can challenge myself athletically and academically. The setting in the woods of New Hampshire resembles the environment of my native Sweden and I hope that will bring the best out of me.”
Jack Tan
Pole vault | Raleigh, N.C. | Wakefield High School
Was a four-year varsity letter winner and four-time conference champion… Was named the N.C. 4A State Champion, Nike Indoor Nationals Champion and a three-time All-American… Career best includes a 16-1 / 4.90m in the pole vault.
Why Dartmouth?: “I chose Dartmouth for its enthusiastic and accepting community. I believe that the people make the experience.”
Jack Rousseau
Sprints | Louisville, Ky. | Saint Xavier High School
Was named an All-American in 4×4 and 4×2… Received KHSAA All-State honors and the scholar athlete award twice… Was a three-year letter winner across various sports (baseball, XC and track)… Personal bests include a 49.52 in the 400m and 22.45 in the 200m.
Why Dartmouth?: “Dartmouth’s focus on undergraduate teaching, research, and collaboration, its strength in areas such as economics and engineering, and its tight-knit community set within a beautiful geographic location all feel like the perfect mix of challenge, connection, and adventure.”
