Three Lakers athletes have earned accolades as the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Indoor Track and Field Athletes of the Year: Alaina Diaz and Joshua Page as Track Athletes of the Year, and Erika Beistle as the Field Athlete of the Year. Diaz achieved a remarkable season with a personal best of 23.77 in the 200m at the NCAA Division II Indoor Championships. Page stood out with a personal-best 400m time of 45.77, ranking him No. 3 all-time in NCAA Division II history. Beistle capped her collegiate career by setting multiple records in shot put, including a new NCAA Division II record of 18.26m.

By the Numbers
  • Alaina Diaz achieved a 200m personal best of 23.77 seconds.
  • Joshua Page recorded a personal best of 45.77 seconds in the indoor 400m.
  • Erika Beistle's shot put mark of 18.26m set a new NCAA Division II record.
Yes, But

While the athletes have been recognized individually, the pressure to continue improving and maintaining competitive performances will be significant in their upcoming seasons. The spotlight can often lead to stress and high expectations for continued success.

State of Play
  • All three athletes have left a legacy within the GLIAC with their record-breaking performances.
  • Diverse strengths in track and field events were showcased, illustrating the depth of talent in the team.
What's Next

As these athletes transition to potential post-college careers, fans and followers will closely watch their progress. Future competitions may bring opportunities for more records to be broken, and emerging athletes will aim to fill their shoes.

Bottom Line

Diaz, Page, and Beistle have established themselves as standout athletes in collegiate track and field, exemplifying both individual excellence and the strength of the Lakers program. Their achievements set a high bar for future generations, emphasizing the legacy of competitive spirit in the GLIAC.