Brian Baker  (2004)

Batesville High School and University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

A Batesville native, he formerly held the state’s high school AAAA and overall record in the 1600 meter run, 4:11.5, set in 1989 and the overall 3200 meter run record, 9:09, also set in 1989.

At UA, Baker was a 7-time All‑American and the 1994 NCAA Outdoor 5000 meter champion.

He recorded a 5000 meter collegiate career best of 13:42.92.

Baker was the SEC cross country champion in 1990 and 1991 and the 1991 outdoor 5000 meter champion.