Bellarmine University's track and field team opened the outdoor season impressively at the Ole Miss Classic, setting multiple program records. Caysie Brady led the way, establishing new records in both the women's discus and hammer throw, while Amelia Svidal and Taevion Sweeney also set new program benchmarks in their respective events. The team's performance featured strong finishes across various disciplines, showcasing depth and talent as they prepared for the season ahead.

By the Numbers
  • Caysie Brady's discus throw of 46.60m surpassed the previous record of 45.11m set in 2017.
  • Amelia Svidal's triple jump of 12.15m bested her previous record of 11.95m.
  • Taevion Sweeney recorded a 400m hurdles time of 53.95, breaking the freshman record of 54.62.
State of Play
  • Brady placed 4th in the women鈥檚 discus and 9th in the hammer throw.
  • Hooten took 2nd in the 110m hurdles while Alex Hooten placed 3rd in the 800m.
  • Bellarmine athletes dominated middle-distance and field events, indicating a well-rounded team performance.
What's Next

Bellarmine will host the Jim Vargo Invitational on Saturday, providing another opportunity for athletes to compete and potentially set more records. The team aims to build on this strong opener and continue improving throughout the season.

Bottom Line

The Knights displayed outstanding talent and potential during their outdoor season opener, with multiple athletes rewriting program history, setting a promising tone for the season ahead.