The McKendree women's outdoor track and field team competed in the Billiken Invitational at Saint Louis University, showcasing strong individual performances. Adonya Taylor and Mickayla Sutherland both secured top 10 finishes in the 200m event, while Alaina Spence and Kamoy Cole claimed first place in the 400m and 100 hurdles, respectively. In relay events, McKendree's A and B teams finished second and seventh in the 4x400 relay. Notably, Shinelle Jhagroo-Bryan excelled in long jump, finishing third, and Taylor took first in triple jump.

By the Numbers
  • Adonya Taylor finished fifth in the 200m with a time of 25.49 seconds.
  • Alaina Spence won the 400m with a personal best time of 56.88 seconds.
  • McKendree's 4x400 relay Team A finished second with a time of 3:56.93.
State of Play
  • The Bearcats showed strong performances across several track and field events at the Billiken Invitational.
  • This event marks a continuing trend of improvement and competitive spirit among the team members.
What's Next

McKendree's track and field team is set to compete at the Pacesetter Sports Invitational at Indiana State on April 3-4. Team members will aim to build on their recent successes and improve their personal times.

Bottom Line

The McKendree women's track and field team demonstrated significant talent and competitiveness at the Billiken Invitational, with multiple standout performances setting a positive trajectory for upcoming competitions. Keep an eye on their progress as they prepare for the next meet.