The Western Washington University distance crew excelled at the Mike Fanelli Track Classic, setting multiple program records and NCAA II qualifying marks. Senior Emmy Kroontje highlighted the event by breaking an 11-year-old 1500m record with a time of 4:26.27, placing her 4th among 176 runners. Additionally, WWU achieved seven top 10 program marks and had a strong showing in events including the 5000m and steeplechase.

By the Numbers
  • 7 top 10 program marks recorded by WWU runners
  • 3 NCAA II provisional qualifying marks achieved at the event
  • 4th place finish for Kroontje out of 176 runners in the 1500m
  • Billings鈥� PR of 14:09.01 in the 5000m ranks No. 2 in WWU history
State of Play
  • WWU runners excelled in their first major outdoor meet of the season
  • Kroontje's NCAA II provisional mark ranks No. 11 nationally
  • Billings and Brakstad solidified their standings in the 5000m event
What's Next

WWU will compete on April 11 at the Battle of Sparta event hosted by Trinity Western University, aiming to build on their success and further improve their standings in the upcoming meets.

Bottom Line

The strong performance at the Mike Fanelli Track Classic showcases WWU's potential this season; continued momentum and improvements could lead to more records being broken and athletes qualifying for nationals.