Carol Thomson Slowik
| Playing career | |
|---|---|
| c. 1976 | Delaware |
| Position(s) | Hurdles |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1980–1982 | Florida |
Caroline A. "Carol" Thomson Slowik is an American college coach and former hurdler.[1]
Hurdler
The University of Delaware did not field an official track team before 1979. However, Carol represented the University before that. In 1976-1977 her ranking was second worldwide in 50-meter hurdles.[2] She also held a world record in the 60-yard hurdles and an American record in the 50 and 60-metre indoor hurdles, as well as being a national collegiate champion in the 100-meter hurdles.[2][3]
Coach
Carol coached at the University of Florida, Drake University, Rutgers University, and East Carolina University, and twice was assistant coach of the U.S. Olympic Festival team.[1]
Honors
Carol received AIAW All-American honors in 1976-77.[2]
In 1994 she was inducted into the Delaware Track & Field Hall of Fame.[3]
In 1995 she was inducted into the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame.[1]
Personal life
Her husband is Bob Slowik[4] and their son is Bobby Slowik.[5]
References
- ^ a b c "Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame in Wilmington, Delaware - 1995".
- ^ a b c "Hall of Fame inducts four with UD ties (1996)". www1.udel.edu.
- ^ a b "Carol Thomson-Slowik | Delaware Track and Field Hall of Fame". May 10, 2017.
- ^ "Ex-Hen Slowik leads Green Bay Packers defense".
- ^ "12 things to know about Offensive Coordinator Bobby Slowik". www.houstontexans.com.