Larry Colbert
Eleanor Roosevelt High School
Impact Statement
“It’s not about money. It’s not about fame. When a youngster comes back and says thank you, that means more to me than a million dollars.” -Larry Colbert
Biography
“Larry Colbert is an outstanding example for successful high school track and field coaches,” NHSCA executive director Bob Ferraro said. “They place a high value on the teamwork skills players learn for success in the classroom and on the field, and we are proud to be honoring him.”
Colbert led the Lady Raiders track team to its fifth consecutive Class 4A state team title in 1999. Prior to the state tournament Colbert made a key move that helped his team earn the title. After rival Largo High had twice defeated his 4×100-meter relay team, Colbert shuffled the order of the relay for the state tournament and they won the event to help earn crucial team points.
Colbert is much more then a coach. He is a visionary and an active member in his community. The Prince George County’s Sports & Learning Complex Track is named after him.
Colbert is still active in competing in Master’s divisions. In August of 2018, he broke the Maryland Senior Olympic record by running a 8.44 second 50 meter dash. Colbert holds two other records and numerous medals, awards and titles.
He is still very active in coaching. He is the assistant coach at Bowie State University in Maryland.
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