Titus Jeffrey made headlines at the Whitworth Peace Meet, breaking a 7-year-old school record in the men's discus with a throw of 182-2. This standout performance highlighted a successful day for the Montana track and field team, which secured 13 event wins. Competing without several top athletes, the Grizzlies still posted many top 10 marks, showcasing depth in their roster. In addition to Jeffrey's accomplishment, Kevin Swindler excelled in pole vault, while Hunter Loesch dominated the javelin. The women also performed well, with victories in both javelin and shot put.

By the Numbers
  • Titus Jeffrey's discus throw of 182-2 breaks the previous record set by Brent Yeakey in 2019.
  • Kevin Swindler's pole vault height of 17-0.25 places him in the top 20 in the NCAA West Region.
State of Play
  • Montana's men's team had 13 event wins despite resting several record holders.
  • The women鈥檚 throws group also collected two wins, contributing significantly to the overall success of the team.
What's Next

The majority of Montana鈥檚 track and field athletes will take a week off before resuming competition during the California road trip on April 17-19. This will include events at Long Beach State and Azusa Pacific. Athletes will aim for further personal and seasonal bests to improve regional standings.

Bottom Line

The record-breaking performances at the Whitworth Peace Meet demonstrate the depth and potential of Montana's track and field program, as athletes continue to push their limits ahead of upcoming competitions.