The Hampton University outdoor track and field teams kicked off their seasons at the University of South Florida Alumni Invitational, recording several commendable performances. Notable finishes included Brianna Charles placing fifth in the women's 200 meters and Carmen PenaSoto finishing 15th in the women鈥檚 100 meter hurdles. The women鈥檚 relay teams achieved eighth and 13th positions in the 4x100 and ninth and 11th in the 4x400. On the men鈥檚 side, Ethan Moody secured 18th in the 400 meters while the 4x100 relay team took sixth.

By the Numbers
  • Brianna Charles finished 5th in the women's 200 meters with a time of 23.61.
  • The women's 4x100 relay team placed 8th with a time of 45.28.
  • Ethan Moody finished 18th in the men's 400 meters with a time of 47.53.
  • The men's 4x100 relay team finished 6th with a time of 40.19.
State of Play
  • Hampton鈥檚 women's team showcased strong individual performances despite mixed relay outcomes.
  • The men's relay team displayed competitive capabilities, securing a top-six finish.
  • Next week, both teams will compete at East Carolina, offering a chance to build on these results.
What's Next

Both the men's and women's teams are preparing for the upcoming meet at East Carolina, where they aim to improve their performances and achieve better results in both individual and relay events.

Bottom Line

The season opener proved encouraging for Hampton's track and field teams, highlighting potential for future success as they continue to refine their skills and build teamwork in the upcoming competitions.