At the 98th Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays, UTEP's Andres Gurrola achieved a personal record in the men's 10,000 meters, finishing third with a time of 30:58.81. This marks a significant improvement from his previous best of 31:07.28. The day's activities also saw other standout performances, including personal bests from team members in multiple events at both the Texas Relays and the Bobcat Invitational. Coach Francesca Green praised the team's performance, indicating a positive start for UTEP this season.

By the Numbers
  • Andres Gurrola's PR of 30:58.81 in the men's 10,000 meters.
  • Zacarias Velasquez clocked 11.00 seconds and Joshua Ford at 10.77 seconds in the men's 200-meter dash.
State of Play
  • UTEP athletes are competing at the Texas Relays and Bobcat Invitational simultaneously.
  • Upcoming events on Day 2 include the women's and men's 4x100 relays, as well as numerous individual track and field competitions.
What's Next

As the competition continues, UTEP's team looks forward to building on their strong start with several critical events scheduled for Day 2, potentially leading to more personal records and podium finishes.

Bottom Line

UTEP's track and field team is making notable strides early in the season, showcasing individual excellence and strong team dynamics, which could set the tone for future competitions.