East Texas Baptist University secured six Top 10 finishes at the Carl Kight Invite hosted by Stephen F. Austin University, competing among various collegiate divisions. Standout performances included Phoebe Dunham鈥檚 eighth-place finish in the 3,000 meter steeplechase and Mallory Frederick鈥檚 sixth-place finish in the high jump, both recording a height of 5'0.25". Other notable finishes were Mary Kate Mark with fifth in the 10,000 meter run and Timberlin St. Marie placing ninth in the javelin. The event showcased ETBU's talent against NCAA Division I, II, III, NAIA, and junior college competitors. Overall, the team demonstrated significant prowess across multiple events.

By the Numbers
  • Phoebe Dunham finished 8th in the 3,000 meter steeplechase with a time of 12:16.37.
  • Mallory Frederick and Emily Sitton both cleared 5'0.25" to place 6th in the high jump.
  • Mary Kate Mark achieved fifth place in the 10,000 meter run with a time of 43:53.77.
  • Timberlin St. Marie placed 9th in javelin with a throw of 105'6".
  • Karli Stegent finished 10th in the 100 meter hurdles with a time of 16.71.
State of Play
  • ETBU's track and field team is competing at a high level against a mix of collegiate divisions.
  • The performances at the Carl Kight Invite emphasized the skill and potential of the team.
  • Both individual and team achievements indicate a solid competitive spirit and preparedness for future events.
What's Next

The next competitions will offer further opportunities for ETBU athletes to enhance their standings and showcase their talent. Continued training and participation in upcoming meets are expected to yield more significant outcomes and possibly lead to higher placements in future championships.

Bottom Line

The strong performances by ETBU athletes at the Carl Kight Invite highlight their growing competitiveness in track and field. This bodes well for the future as they build on their success and aim for even stronger showings in subsequent meets.