The Oklahoma Baptist women's track and field team shone at their home invitational, headlined by Altyn Bartley's record-breaking performances. Bartley set new OBU records in both the hammer throw (54.79 meters) and shot put (14.84 meters), achieving NCAA qualifying marks in both events. The team also excelled, winning eight additional events, showcasing strong performances from Favour Okoye, who won the 400-meter hurdles, and Emory Lomon, who took first in the 200 meters. The 4x400 relay team secured a victory, further emphasizing the team's prowess.

By the Numbers
  • Altyn Bartley's hammer throw of 54.79 meters broke the previous record of 54.11 meters.
  • Shot put winning mark of 14.84 meters surpassed the previous record of 14.62 meters.
  • OBU won eight total events during the invitational.
State of Play
  • The team is preparing to compete at the Texas Relays and the David Suenram Gorilla Classic this coming week.
  • Multiple athletes are achieving NCAA qualifying performances, indicating strong team depth.
What's Next

As OBU heads to the Texas Relays and David Suenram Gorilla Classic, they aim to build on their recent success, with expectations of continued strong performances and potential new records.

Bottom Line

OBU's track and field team is emerging as a competitive force, with Altyn Bartley setting the standard for excellence. Their recent successes reinforce their potential as top contenders in upcoming competitions.