The W track and field teams competed at the Mississippi State University Bulldog Alumni Relays, achieving three new school records over three days. James Nesby set a new men鈥檚 hammer throw record of 34.17 meters, exceeding his previous record by nearly 11 feet. Freshman Ariella Jones recorded a long jump of 5.66 meters, surpassing her own mark from two weeks ago. Nick Martin secured a new men's javelin throw record of 46.37 meters on his first attempt, reclaiming the title from teammate Noel Kellum.

By the Numbers
  • James Nesby鈥檚 hammer throw: 34.17 meters
  • Ariella Jones鈥� long jump: 5.66 meters
  • Nick Martin鈥檚 javelin throw: 46.37 meters
Yes, But

Despite strong performances, other competitors like Malachi Morgan did not surpass their previous records, finishing fifth in the men's high jump at 2.01 meters.

State of Play
  • The meet featured predominantly NCAA Division I competition.
  • The W teams achieved records on each day of the three-day event.
What's Next

The Owls will look to build on this momentum in upcoming competitions, as the focus shifts to improving individual performances and aiming for more record-breaking achievements.

Bottom Line

The latest accomplishments highlight the potential of the W track and field team, showcasing athletic talent while setting a new standard with each record achieved.