Pollmann Signs Professional Running Contract with Nike

PORTLAND, Ore. --- Redshirt sophomore Tayte Pollmann has signed a professional trail and mountain running contract with Nike, and will compete at the World Mountain Running Championships in Premana Italy, on July 30.

"This is an exciting opportunity for Tayte and I couldn't be happier for him and his family," said head coach Rob Conner. "He will have to forego his final three years of eligibility but the offer was too good to pass up. I encouraged him to go for it!"

Pollmann will have a 4 year contract with Nike until 2020 for professional trail and mountain running. With this sponsorship he will be able to compete in some of the premier mountain races across the US and in Europe, primarily…