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This week we catch up with Matt Centrowitz Sr. with a colorful discussion on his remarkable career in running and coaching

Nov 17, 2025 · 72 min · Ep 36

Growing up in the Bronx a young Matt Centrowitz was running with the wrong crowd getting into trouble before he entered high school. Fortunately, a move to Queens and a new start at Andrew Jackson High School running took on a new meaning when he joined the track team.  After transferring to the legendary sports powerhouse Power Memorial Academy Matt had a 4:02 mile and a 14:17 5k to his credit leaving high school.  After a year at Manhattan College Matt transferred to Oregon training with some of the best runners in the country under the legendary guidance of Bill Dillinger.  We hope you enjoy this episode that covers Matt’s remarkable career fueled by passion as a runner and coach.   

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