The Leopards had a busy weekend, competing in two track and field meets鈥� the All-American Meet at East Stroudsburg University and the Sam Howell Invitational at Princeton. Noteworthy performances included freshman Kennedy Miller winning the hammer throw and junior John Liedtka capturing first in the 110-meter hurdles. Other top finishers were also highlighted across various events, showcasing strong efforts from both the men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 teams.

By the Numbers
  • Kennedy Miller won the hammer throw with a distance of 152' 11" and placed second in shot put with 41' 3.75".
  • John Liedtka won the 110-meter hurdles in 14.90 seconds; Harrison Rosen finished second in the 100 meters with 11.04 seconds and second in the 200 meters with 22.18 seconds.
  • Katelynn Barthold clocked 2:13.40 in the 800 meters, ranking her No. 6 all-time for the Leopards.
Yes, But

While many athletes delivered outstanding performances, some competitors faced challenges, as several did not meet personal bests. The varying conditions of two different meets could have impacted performance consistency.

State of Play
  • The Leopards鈥� dual-meet weekend allowed athletes to gain valuable experience across a range of events.
  • Coaches are likely assessing athletes鈥� performance trends as they prepare for upcoming meets.
What's Next

The Leopards will compete at the Rutgers Relays and the Bison Outdoor Classic on April 11, which will be key events for athletes to improve rankings and secure spots for future competitions.

Bottom Line

This weekend highlighted the potential of the Leopards, particularly through first-time winners and records, signaling strong prospects as they head into their next meets.