The Duquesne University track and field teams excelled at the Carnegie Mellon Invitational, securing eight event victories. Nadia Constantakis set a new program record in the pole vault, clearing 3.86 meters. Freshman Melani Schmidt stood out with wins in both the 200 and 400 meters, while Duquesne students swept multiple events, including the 3,000 meters and 400-meter hurdles. The competition highlighted strong performances across both men's and women's divisions, paving the way for upcoming meets.

By the Numbers
  • Nadia Constantakis broke her own pole vault record at 3.86 meters (12-8).
  • Melani Schmidt clocked winning times of 25.00 seconds in the 200 meters and 56.59 seconds in the 400 meters.
State of Play
  • Duquesne claimed top spots in the men's and women's 3,000 meters and triple jump events.
  • Schmidt's performance marks her first collegiate victories, adding momentum to her season.
What's Next

The Duquesne teams will compete at the Dalton Ebanks Invitational in Fairfax, Virginia, next weekend, seeking to build on their successful performances.

Bottom Line

Duquesne's strong showing at the CMU Invitational indicates a promising season ahead, with athletes setting personal and program records, showcasing their potential for future competitions.