Track, cross-country coaches resign in Saratoga Springs

Two track and cross-country coaches in the Saratoga Springs City School District are resigning.

Art and Linda Kranick have stepped down.

NewsChannel 13 has reported on allegations against the programs from former athletes – some dating back to the 1990s.

The school district released a statement, saying in part:

“It is with a profound mixture of gratitude and sadness that I announce the retirement of our esteemed coaches, Art and Linda Kranick, who have dedicated their lives to the success and development of our distance running program since 1985.”

The superintendent cited Art’s medical condition for the resignation.

As NewsChannel 13 has reported, the Kranicks were accused of making their athletes do excessive training.

An attorney representing several former student athletes and their parents said the district did not follow through on disciplinary measures against the coaches.