The Marist men's and women's track and field teams are set to kick off their outdoor season at the Fred Hardy Invitational in Richmond, VA. This event marks a return to competition for the athletes, with live coverage available on ESPN+. Last year's performance at this venue saw multiple personal records (PRs) set by both teams in various events, including standout performances from Amari Mathis and Alyssa Dapont.

By the Numbers
  • Alyssa Dapont achieved a personal record of 13.03 seconds in the 100-meter dash during her last appearance at the Hardy Invite.
  • Amari Mathis recorded a winning time of 10.73 seconds in the 100-meter dash at the same event last year.
  • Multiple team members set PRs, including Justin Schwartz (15:33.63 in the 5000-meter run) and Christopher Lynch (16.24 in the 110-meter hurdles).
State of Play
  • The Red Foxes are returning to competition after a successful previous year at the Fred Hardy Invitational.
  • The teams aim to build on their accomplishments with a strong showing in the upcoming Raleigh Relays next weekend.
What's Next

Following the Fred Hardy Invitational, the Red Foxes will compete at the Raleigh Relays, hosted by NC State, as they continue their outdoor season.

Bottom Line

The Red Foxes' outdoor track and field season begins with the possibility of setting new personal records, showcasing a blend of returning talent and freshman potential鈥攌ey to their success in upcoming competitions.