SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Superior and Yellowjacket Athletics is proud to announce the track at Superior Choice Credit Union (SCCU) Stadium will now officially be named the Dan Conway Track in honor of longtime coach, mentor, and community leader Dan Conway.
 
Conway's coaching career spanned decades, during which he inspired generations of student-athletes through his passion, leadership, and unwavering dedication to track and field. His commitment to excellence extended far beyond competition, as Coach Conway built a legacy of teamwork, sportsmanship, and perseverance.
 
"We're honored to be naming the track after such a legendary and meaningful individual," head cross country and track and field coach Glen Drexler said. "Dan touched so many lives and brought the best out of everyone who was in his presence, and we're blessed to continue to remember his legacy with this honor," he continued.
 
The naming of the Dan Conway Track serves as a lasting tribute to his impact on the university, Yellowjacket Athletics, and the entire Twin Ports Community.
 
"We are so very thankful to all alumni, family and friends who contributed to the naming of the SCCU Track after Dan Conway, class of 1963," said Jeanne Thompson, vice chancellor for University Advancement. "Dan had such a profound impact on the lives of so many. His legacy will live on at UW-Superior."
 
A sign honoring Conway has been installed at SCCU Stadium and reads the following:
 
Dan Conway was more than an elite runner—he was a passionate teacher, an inspiring coach, and a guiding light to generations of students and athletes. He began his journey at Superior State Teachers College, now proudly known as the University of Wisconsin–Superior, where he stood out as a dynamic halfback on the football team and a sprinter for the track & field team. 
 
After graduating and exploring the world, Dan found his true calling in education and mentorship. For 28 devoted years, he taught physical education and coached with heart, purpose, and unwavering commitment. In his running career, he soared to extraordinary heights in Masters running, becoming a world champion in Perpignan, France in 1983. At his peak, Dan held multiple American and world records—testaments to both his talent and relentless drive. His remarkable achievements earned him a place in several halls of fame, including the UW–Superior Athletic Hall of Fame. 
 
Dan's greatest legacy isn't measured in medals or records—it lives on in the countless lives he touched. He was a coach who believed in the potential of every runner, a teacher who helped others find strength they didn't know they had. Through his encouragement, wisdom, and example, Dan inspired generations to chase their dreams—not just in sport, but in life. 
 
Today, the spirit of Dan Conway endures on every track, in every student, and in every stride taken with purpose and passion.