Mark Nenow--The North Dakota Connection

Mark Nenow approaching the finish in 1975.
Photo by Jim Ferstle

The North Dakota connection is pretty strong in the Minnesota track and running community.  Mark Nenow, Mike Slack, and most recently Amanda Smock are a few who leap to mind for me.  Nenow came up during the Andrew Carlson interview because they have a similar history.  Both excelled in high school and moved on to notable running careers before trying the marathon.

In looking back through some old photos, I happened upon a couple of "Mr. Nenow" as Carlson calls Mark.  They are from the MSHSL championships in 1975.  Nenow won the title that year and these old black and white photos I took capture him coming down the stretch.  And if you're wondering: Where is he now?  Just click HERE.

Mark Nenow sprinting to the finish at the 1975 State XC champs on the U of M
golf course.  Photo by Jim Ferstle