Assistant track coach David Burnett said he knew Binkerd well and not only as a great athlete, but as a studious and bright student.
“He was a goofy kid, he always offered comic relief to the team,” Burnett said.
Burnett said he was grateful to have had the chance to coach Binkerd and that he should be remembered for what a great person he was.
Editor's note: Western Front News Editor Marilyn Napier contributed to this story.
