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Interview: Derby Middle School Track Athletes & Coaches

Derby continues to have one of the best track and field programs in Connecticut.

June 8, 2021

DERBY — With the high school’s boys track team winning a state championship last week, Derby continues to have one of the best track and field programs in Connecticut.

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One of the ingredients in the program’s success is the running program at Derby Middle School, which serves as a feeder system for the high school.

In this video episode of “Navel Gazing: The Valley Indy Podcast,” I interview Derby Middle School track captains Emma Hyder & Cassie Silkoff, along with coaches Jennifer Andrews and Michael Gozzo.

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Press play to watch! Please note there are some audio issues during the interview, which was recorded Friday using Zoom.


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