The Northwest University track and field team excelled over the weekend, competing at the PNW Invitational and the Brad Moore Invitational. At the PNW Invitational, key performances included Josiah Jaquith qualifying for the Cascade Collegiate Conference (CCC) Championships in the 5000m. In Tacoma, Rachell Elliot highlighted the team's success by winning the women's 800m and placing second in the 1500m. Overall, the Eagles secured four CCC qualifiers ahead of the upcoming championships in May.

By the Numbers
  • Rachell Elliot: 1st in women's 800m, 2nd in women's 1500m.
  • Josiah Jaquith: Qualified in the 5000m with a time of 14:54, placing 13th at the PNW Invitational.
  • Luke Posey: 2nd in javelin with a throw of 48.82m at the Brad Moore Invitational.
State of Play
  • The Eagles men's and women's teams both finished 6th overall at the Brad Moore Invitational.
  • Northwest has now achieved four CCC qualifying marks over recent meets.
What's Next

The Eagles will travel to Tacoma, Washington, for the Peyton Shotwell Invitational on March 28, where they aim to secure more qualifying performances ahead of the CCC Championships on May 8-9.

Bottom Line

The Northwest University track and field team's recent performances demonstrate a strong trajectory toward the CCC Championships, positioning the squad favorably for continued success.