University of Northern Colorado Athletics

Star Athlete Returns Home as a Coach
8/1/2024 4:17:00 PM | Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field
GREELEY, Colo. – Qwazon Al Khaliq, former University of Northern Colorado Track & Field super star returns to Greeley to coach current and future jumpers for the Bears, UNC Director of Track and Field Wanye Angel announced Thursday.
Al Khaliq brings a wealth of experience, a deep connection and appreciation for the program and the university.
Exceptional achievements marked his illustrious career as a student-athlete at UNC. He won the Big Sky Indoor Championship in the triple jump and set school records for both indoor and outdoor that still stand today.
What They Are Saying
"We are incredibly fortunate to have Qwazon back with us. His experience as an elite athlete and a dedicated coach will be invaluable to our program. He embodies the spirit of UNC and we are thrilled to welcome him home." – Wayne Angel, University of Northern Colorado Director of Track and Field
"This university has always held a special place in my heart. I am honored to give back to the program that gave me so much. I look forward to working with coach {Wayne} Angel, coach {Stormie} Sickler and our athletes as we help them to achieve their goals both on and off the track." - Qwazon Al Khaliq, University of Northern Colorado Track & Field Assistant Coach (Jumps)
Al Khaliq brings a wealth of experience, a deep connection and appreciation for the program and the university.
Exceptional achievements marked his illustrious career as a student-athlete at UNC. He won the Big Sky Indoor Championship in the triple jump and set school records for both indoor and outdoor that still stand today.
What They Are Saying
"We are incredibly fortunate to have Qwazon back with us. His experience as an elite athlete and a dedicated coach will be invaluable to our program. He embodies the spirit of UNC and we are thrilled to welcome him home." – Wayne Angel, University of Northern Colorado Director of Track and Field
"This university has always held a special place in my heart. I am honored to give back to the program that gave me so much. I look forward to working with coach {Wayne} Angel, coach {Stormie} Sickler and our athletes as we help them to achieve their goals both on and off the track." - Qwazon Al Khaliq, University of Northern Colorado Track & Field Assistant Coach (Jumps)
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