Circleville, OH - Ohio Christian University is excited to announce Monica Caldwell as the new Head Coach of Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track and Field.
Coach Caldwell is a proud Ohio Christian University alumna and a lifelong runner whose journey on and off the track has been shaped by faith, community, and an unshakeable love for the sport. She is bringing 4 years of teaching and coaching experience from Liberty Christian Academy in Pataskala, Ohio, as well as from Teays Valley Middle School and High School in Ashville, Ohio.
She has many personal athletic accomplishments, including:
- becoming a Mid-State League Champion in Long Jump,
- school record setter in both the 4x200m and 4x400m relays,
- and a state qualifier
She continued her running career here at OCU, where she contributed to the team's qualification for the NAIA National Championship meet, set the 600m school record, and was a River State Conference (1st Team) honoree in DMR.
Coach Caldwell says that "returning to OCU as Head Track & Cross Country Coach feels like coming full circle." Additionally, "OCU is where my life changed for the better. The track and field program provided me with faith and a community of lifelong friends who encourage me in every stage of life. I'm honored to pour back into the program that shaped me by mentoring young men and women, helping them grow stronger in body, mind, and spirit, and to carry forward a legacy of excellence for our Trailblazers. I can't wait to see what heights we'll reach together."
"We are blessed to welcome Coach Caldwell to lead our Cross Country and Track & Field programs," said Ally Coyle, Director of Athletics. "Coach Caldwell not only brings a strong background in competitive excellence, but also a deep commitment to mentoring student-athletes in their faith and personal growth. I believe her leadership will strengthen our mission to honor Christ through athletics."
Currently, Coach Caldwell resides in Ashville, Ohio, with her husband, Austin, and their 3-year-old son, Henry, who just recently competed in his first mile-long race, and one-year-old Ezra, who can't wait to start running himself.
Welcome, Coach Caldwell!
