The University of Dayton track and field team is kicking off its outdoor season at the Blizzard Buster meet hosted by Miami University on Friday. After a strong indoor performance, finishing third at the Atlantic 10 Indoor Championships, the Flyers will compete in various events at George L. Rider Track in Oxford. Field events commence at 9:00 a.m. followed by running events starting at 10:50 a.m.

By the Numbers
  • Over 20 athletes representing multiple events are set to compete.
  • The team secured a third-place finish at the Atlantic 10 Indoor Championships three weeks ago.
State of Play
  • All event groups will be represented, showcasing both seasoned and debut athletes.
  • Senior Jailee Clemmons is returning from injury to compete in the long jump.
What's Next

The Flyers aim for strong performances to set the tone for the outdoor season, with key fixtures coming up in the following weeks to improve their rankings.

Bottom Line

As Dayton embarks on their outdoor track and field season, successes at the Blizzard Buster could build momentum, enhancing team confidence and setting high aspirations for upcoming competitions.