Freshman Kalynn Pease made history at the Eastern Kentucky Invitational, becoming the first athlete in Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) history to be named the Athlete of the Week in three categories during the same week. She earned honors as the co-Female Track Athlete of the Week, Female Field Athlete of the Week, and Female Freshman of the Week, all while setting three school records. Pease's performance included leading the 4x100-meter relay, where her team clocked the fastest time in MSU's history at 47.413 seconds, breaking the previous record. She also set new personal bests in the 100-meter dash and long jump, significantly boosting her rankings within Division I and the OVC.

By the Numbers
  • First in OVC history to earn three weekly honors in the same week
  • Set three school records: 100m (11.75 seconds), 4x100m relay (47.413 seconds), long jump (19'10.25")
State of Play
  • MSU has matched its total of nine OVC Track and Field Athlete of the Week honors for the 2025-26 season, equaling the last 12 years combined
  • Pease currently ranks 1st in the OVC for the 100m and long jump, and 2nd in the 4x100m relay
What's Next

MSU will split its team for upcoming competitions, participating in the Raleigh Relays at NC State and the Jim Vargo Invitational at Bellarmine. Pease aims to continue her momentum and further improve her records and rankings in NCAA competitions.

Bottom Line

Kalynn Pease's remarkable achievements not only highlight her potential but also put Morehead State's track and field program on the map. Her determination and record-breaking performances signal a promising season ahead for both her and the university.