Kalynn Pease made history at the EKU Invitational by setting three records, marking one of the greatest individual performances in Morehead State athletics. She led the women's 4x100-meter relay to a record time of 47.413 seconds, narrowly missing first place. Pease then set a new 100-meter dash record at 11.75 seconds and improved her long jump record to 19'10.25". Pease's achievements reflect a strong season opener for the Eagle outdoor track and field team, highlighting other notable performances as well.

By the Numbers
  • Pease's 4x100m relay team finished at 47.413 seconds, breaking the previous record of 48.78 seconds.
  • She set the 100m dash record at 11.75 seconds, beating the old mark of 11.81 seconds.
  • Her long jump reached 19'10.25", surpassing her previous record of 19'04.00".
  • Ginger Hayden broke her own triple jump record with a distance of 37'05.25" (11.41m).
  • The men's 4x100m relay team recorded a time of 42.09 seconds, just 0.45 seconds shy of the school record.
State of Play
  • Pease is optimistic about her continued performance as the season unfolds, indicating room for improvement.
  • The Eagle track and field team displayed overall strength, having multiple top-four finishes in events.
  • The men's relay performance marked MSU's best in two decades.
What's Next

Pease aims to further enhance her performance as the season continues, focusing on excelling at the OVC Championships ahead. The team's recent momentum suggests they may set even more records as they progress through the season.

Bottom Line

Kalynn Pease's record-breaking performance not only elevates her status but also sets a positive trajectory for the entire MSU track and field team moving forward. The collective achievements signal a strong season ahead for Morehead State athletics.