Men's Cross Country
Coaching Staff

Tom Walton, Head Coach
(603) 731-5210 -
Tom Walton is a graduate of Hawthorne College (B.A./1971) and Rivier College (MA/1972). 2009 marks Tom's fourth season as NHTI X-C Head Coach. A noted certified personal trainer and very successful high school coach, Walton brings a wealth of experience and energy to the NHTI campus. His reputation in New Hampshire running circles is well known. Tom is also an avid marathon canoe racer. He was named United States Canoe Association Paddler of the Year in 2007. Tom also teaches health science courses at NHTI.

Perry Seagroves, Assistant Coach
(603) 271-7753 -
Perry Seagroves is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire (B.S.) and the University of New England (M.S.). He joined NHTI as a professor of Physics and Chemistry in 1985. Seagroves has been a competitive runner for 25 years, and a coach of youth sports in basketball, baseball, and soccer. He also coached NHTI club hockey. He is also responsible for organizing and coaching NHTI's Running Club.

Trish Pruiksma, Assistant Coach
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Trish Pruiksma is a 1985 graduate of SUNY College at Oswego, NY. With 30+ years as a dedicated athlete, Trish is an accomplished runner and Nordic skier. She is currently attending NHTI to pursue her degree in Nursing. She looks forward to supporting and expanding the NHTI women's Cross Country team.