Freshman Emma O'Brien won the pole vault title by clearing 3.20m at the University of Southern Maine's debut in the outdoor season during the Southern New Hampshire University Spring Open. Alongside O'Brien, other Huskies excelled in various field events, marking several top five placements. Ashley Arsenault tied for second in the high jump, while Sienna Geretz and Nadia Sylla secured fifth in javelin and shot put, respectively. On the track, standout performances included Saya Breiting-Brown in the 100-meter hurdles and freshman Florence Guimont in the 1500 meters.

By the Numbers
  • Emma O'Brien cleared 3.20m to win the pole vault.
  • Ashley Arsenault tied for second in high jump with a mark of 1.46m.
  • Sienna Geretz threw 30.84m in javelin to place fifth.
  • Nadia Sylla recorded a shot put throw of 10.23m, also placing fifth.
State of Play
  • The women's track and field team is in their outdoor season after their first meet at SNHU.
  • Several freshmen achieved notable placements, indicating a promising season ahead.
What's Next

The Huskies will compete at the Emory Thrills in the Hills Invitational in Atlanta, GA, with events starting Friday at 2:00 pm. This next competition provides an opportunity for athletes to continue building momentum early in the season.

Bottom Line

The Southern Maine women鈥檚 track and field team鈥檚 strong start, highlighted by O'Brien's victory, sets a positive tone for the rest of the season. Their young talent suggests a competitive edge as they progress through upcoming meets.