The Western Michigan track and field team is splitting into three groups for upcoming meets. The sprints, hurdles, and jumps athletes will compete at the Texas Relays and Bobcat Invitational, while the rest of the team will be at the Spartan Invite. The distance runners demonstrated strong performances at the Raleigh Relays, with Lillian Zelasko setting a second-best time in program history for the 10K. Additionally, Ava Kurczewski and Lily Overton achieved third and fourth-best times in program history for the 3K steeplechase.

By the Numbers
  • Lillian Zelasko finished the 10K in 34:05.03.
  • Ava Kurczewski's 3K steeplechase time of 10:35.20 ranks third in program history.
  • Sandra Ferrari set a school record in long jump with a leap of 6.29 meters.
  • Mabinty Kebe holds the MAC Championship title for 400-meter hurdles for two consecutive seasons.
State of Play
  • Western Michigan track athletes are focused on individual events this weekend across different meets.
  • The distance squad's strong opening performances set a positive tone for the outdoor season.
  • Top returners, like Kebe and Ferrari, are expected to significantly impact their respective events.
What's Next

As the outdoor season progresses, the athletes will look to improve their performance and rankings at upcoming meets. The team's success this weekend may influence future participation in regional and national events.

Bottom Line

The Western Michigan track team is poised for strong performances with several athletes ranked among the best in their events, which could lead to significant achievements this season. Keeping momentum and health will be critical as they compete in various meets.