The University of San Francisco track and field teams showcased impressive performances at the Stanford Invitational and Mike Fanelli Classic over the weekend. Rae Le Fay achieved the fourth-fastest time in program history in the women's 3000-meter steeplechase, finishing 10th. Jessica Spilsbury and Petra Helebrantov谩 excelled in the women's 800 meters with second and third place finishes, respectively. Helebrantov谩 set a personal best in the women's 1500 meters, placing first overall. Cole Fiegner made significant progress in the men's 800 meters, securing the seventh-fastest time in program history.

By the Numbers
  • Rae Le Fay finished the women鈥檚 3000-meter steeplechase in 10:31.95.
  • Jessica Spilsbury placed second in the women鈥檚 800 meters with a time of 2:05.42, while Petra Helebrantov谩 was third at 2:07.35.
  • Cole Fiegner recorded a time of 1:52.75 in the men鈥檚 800 meters, ranking seventh all-time in program history.
  • Ethan O'Shea finished the men's 5000 meters in 14:04.15, earning a fourth-place result.
State of Play
  • The Dons continued to build momentum in their outdoor season with strong individual performances.
  • Helebrantov谩's victory in the women's 1500 meters highlights her growth as an athlete, with her new personal best time.
  • The upcoming competition will be the Jim Linthicum Invitational on April 11.
What's Next

The Dons are set to compete in the Jim Linthicum Invitational next, aiming to maintain their competitive edge and build on their recent successes. Athletes will seek to further improve their personal records and overall team standings as the season progresses.

Bottom Line

The Dons are showcasing rising talents and setting new records, positioning themselves as formidable contenders in collegiate track and field this season. Their strong performances at the recent meets indicate a promising trajectory as they aim for personal bests and competitive placements moving forward.