January 29, 2006
(INDIANAPOLIS) The Indiana Invaders formally announced the addition of a new assistant coach to the team's staff. The Invaders have added Coach David Watkins.

Watkins will work directly with Team Director Greg Harger in enhancing and developing the elite development middle distance oriented training element of the Invaders. Watkins was a Volunteer Men's Assistant Coach at Morehouse College and most recently an Assistant Cross Country Coach at North Georgia College & State University (NGCSU).

Team Director Greg Harger said, "Watkins has a great background from his personal running and military experiences along with recent collegiate coaching experiences. I'm excited to have him join us here in Indianapolis as we continue to grow our national class elite development program. Another set of eyes and hands at practice is a valuable resource to our athletes." Harger added, "Coaching resources are a difference maker to athletes seeking support in an elite development environment. Bringing in additional resources in the form of coaching and raising significant financial support for overall program enhancement are key to achieving the medal winning potential that our community holds. These recently added coaching man-hours will free up vital hours dedicated to new fundraising efforts."

Since 1999 the Invaders have had one IAAF World Indoor Champion, one IAAF World Indoor Bronze Medalist, eight USA National Champions, one USA Olympic Team Member, nine USA National Team Members and 128 USA National Championship Qualifiers.

The Indiana Invaders, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1998, presents an innovative approach to track & field by providing a resident-based, athlete-centered support system unique to the sport in the United States.