The Wilmington College track and field teams kicked off their outdoor season with seven athletes competing at events in Missouri and Georgia. At the WashU Distance Carnival, Gabe Moore, Tate Yoder, and Morgan Blair excelled in the 10,000 Meter Run, with Moore setting a personal best of 30:55.93, earning him a national top-10 ranking in NCAA Division III. At the Don McGarey Invitational in Kennesaw, notable performances came from Amy Myers, Lucy Trout, and Mykell Bowen in the Hammer Throw, with Trout leading the Quakers and Larreon Brodie also marking a strong debut.

By the Numbers
  • Gabe Moore finished the 10,000 Meter Run in 30:55.93, a personal best and 17th place overall.
  • Larreon Brodie recorded a Hammer Throw of 53.85 meters in his debut, ranking him in the NCAA Division III top-10.
Yes, But

Despite several personal records, the initial outdoor season performances highlight the competitive nature of the NCAA Division III track and field landscape, where many athletes are equally striving for national rankings.

State of Play
  • The Quakers showcased strong individual performances, notably in the 10,000 Meter Run and Hammer Throw.
  • The remainder of the team will compete at the Yellow Jacket Collegiate Open, allowing for more opportunities to improve rankings.
What's Next

The Quakers' next event at the Yellow Jacket Collegiate Open will further test the athletes' skills and potentially lead to additional personal bests and national rankings.

Bottom Line

The opening performances signal a promising start for Wilmington College鈥檚 track and field teams, with multiple athletes positioning themselves for competitive success as the season progresses.