Florida Southern College women's track team excelled at the Black and Gold Challenge in Orlando, with junior Grace Reed achieving the second-fastest 1,500m time in school history at 4:34.90, finishing 20th overall. Reed was the only non-Division I competitor within the top 25. Sophomore Nika Gividen placed 30th with a personal best of 4:45.80, ranking eighth all-time for the program, while senior Caitlin Beery finished 40th. In the 5,000m, senior Rachel Hockenberry claimed third with a season-best time of 17:45.39, leading other Moccasins in a strong showing. Freshmen and sophomores followed closely behind, showcasing depth in the team.

By the Numbers
  • Grace Reed achieved a time of 4:34.90, ranking as the second-fastest in program history.
  • Rachel Hockenberry finished third in the 5,000m with a season-best of 17:45.39.
State of Play
  • The meet kicked off with strong performances across distance events.
  • Florida Southern athletes showcased competitive results against Division I runners.
What's Next

The Florida Southern track team will compete again on March 21 for the final day of the Black and Gold Challenge, expected to build on these strong performances.

Bottom Line

The impressive results highlight Florida Southern's commitment to excellence in track, with significant personal bests and historic performances that set a strong tone for the upcoming season.