Ty Axtman

Head Cross Country Coach

Girls Varsity Cross Country

Ty Axtman was born in Boise Idaho, and shortly after moved to Elma Washington. Ty competed in a variety of sports while growing up, and in high school discovered his ability to run. 

Axtman was Elma high schools cross country captain 3 years, and led his high school team to three top five  finishes. Ty was a three time qualifier in the Washington vs. Oregon Nike Border clash. On the track Ty won two state titles in the 800 at 1:55.46 and in the 1600 with a time of 4:17.32.

After high school Ty attended Spokane Community College where he received three junior college All American honors in Cross Country and Track.

After completion of his Associates Ty was recruited and transferred to Boise State University.  During Ty’s time at Boise State he lead his track team to three WAC championships, including the 2006 WAC Outstanding Performer and High Point awards on the track. Ty also was a five time WAC champion in a wide range of distances from the 1500 to the 10,000 meters.