The SBU women's track and field team transitioned successfully from indoor to outdoor season at the Miner Invite, showcasing exceptional performances, particularly in javelin. The team not only secured the top four spots in the javelin event but also recorded two National marks, with Savannah Manthey achieving a distance of 46.90 meters, ranking fourth nationally. Freshman Alexis Turner added to the team's success with a second-place finish and a National mark of 42.45 meters. Additional standout performances included Laura Dixon's first and second place finishes in the 200m and 100m races, respectively. The Bearcats will continue their season at the home Bearcat Invite from March 26-28 in Bolivar.

By the Numbers
  • Savannah Manthey鈥檚 javelin throw was 46.90 meters, ranked 4th nationally.
  • Alexis Turner achieved a mark of 42.45 meters in javelin for 2nd place.
State of Play
  • The SBU Javelin team dominated by placing first through fourth in the event.
  • Laura Dixon secured a first-place finish in the 200 meters and second in the 100 meters.
What's Next

The Bearcats are set to compete at their annual home Bearcat Invite, providing an opportunity to build on their successful outdoor season and potentially set more national marks.

Bottom Line

SBU's women's track and field team has emerged as a strong contender in outdoor athletics, demonstrating exceptional talent, particularly in javelin, setting the stage for a promising season ahead.