Ex-Buffs Coburn, Simpson Have Outstanding Pre Classics

Emma Coburn and Jenny Simpson both had outstanding performances in the Prefontaine Classic over the weekend. By CUBuffs.comEUGENE, Ore. — Two former University of Colorado standouts continued their run-up to the U.S. Olympic Trials with outstanding days Saturday at the Prefontaine Classic, including an American-record setting performance by one.

Former CU All-American and NCAA champion Emma Coburn made headlines by running to an American record finish in the steeplechase, finishing in 9 minutes, 10.76 seconds. Coburn’s time broke the record of 9:12.50, which was held by another former Buff great, Jenny Simpson in 2009.

Both Coburn and Simpson still train in Boulder, and have been able to make…