Collin Friedman delivered an outstanding performance at the Brutus Hamilton Multi, setting a personal best of 6,680 points in the decathlon. This achievement propelled him from seventh to fourth on the Cal Poly Humboldt all-time list and secured a fifth-place finish overall. His success was largely due to a record pole vault of 4.60m (15' 1") and a strong javelin throw of 52.47m (172' 2"). Notably, he has surpassed the NCAA DII provisional qualifying standard of 6,347 points, enhancing his chances of qualifying for the national championship. Senior Bryce Pearson also excelled, scoring 6,272 points and maintaining his sixth position on the all-time list.

By the Numbers
  • Collin Friedman scored 6,680 points, moving from #7 to #4 on the CPH all-time list.
  • Friedman's pole vault marked 4.60m (15' 1"), the best performance among 18 decathletes.
  • Bryce Pearson scored 6,272 points, finishing ninth overall.
State of Play
  • Friedman now ranks fourth in Cal Poly Humboldt's all-time decathlon list.
  • Both Friedman and Pearson achieved NCAA DII provisional qualifying marks.
  • Friedman's performance significantly increased his national championship candidacy as the outdoor season progresses.
What's Next

With two decathletes qualifying provisionally for the NCAA DII, the focus now shifts to preparing for upcoming conference competitions. Friedman aims to challenge the #3 mark of 6,721 and solidify his place among the top competitors. Pearson will seek to improve his score further to maintain qualifying status.

Bottom Line

Friedman鈥檚 standout performance not only enhances his reputation but also positions Cal Poly Humboldt favorably as they advance through the outdoor track season. His achievements highlight the potential for more national-level recognition for the team.