University of Memphis Athletics
Nov 13, 2006 | Women's Track and Field
Nov. 13, 2006
MEMPHIS - Memphis track and field coach Kevin Robinson announced Monday that he and his staff have inked one new athlete in the early signing period, receiving a letter of intent from Kansas sprinter Samantha Foulk.
Foulk, a 400 and 800-meter runner from Northwest High School in Olathe, Kan., qualified for the Kansas Relays last spring. Foulk specializes in the 400 meters where she holds a personal best of 1:01. However, she is expected to focus primarily on middle distance events at Memphis in addition to running cross country.
Foulk was heavily recruited by Tiger assistant coach Mike Power, who excited by the early commitment.
"We were very pleased to get a commitment from Samantha in the early period," said Power. "She's a strong runner, and she should have a chance to contribute here. I think this is a good sign for the program, and a positive step as we approach the upcoming season.
Foulk will join the Lady Tiger for the 2007-08 campaign. Memphis is set to open its current season on Dec. 3 at the Arkansas State Early Bird.
