Russell Winchester was a standout sprinter during the dynasty period of Westfield State’s men’s track and field program in the early 1980s.

Winchester was Westfield’s first two-time All American in the 200 meter dash, losing the 1981 national championship in a photo finish.

The Worcester, Mass., native earned 13 All New England certificates, including four New England titles, five All-East certificates, and five conference championships;

Winchester holds school records in the 200 (21.65) and as a member of the 400 relay (41.81). He led the Owls to the 1980 New England Division III championship and a runner-up finish his junior year in 1981.

Winchester, who transferred from Assumption College as a freshman, was an assistant men’s track coach at Westfield State during his senior year in 1982 coaching the sprinters and the mile relay team that achieved All America status at the NCAA championship.

Winchester resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife, Jackie, and daughters Grace and Chloe. 
  

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