Cal Poly Pomona's men's track and field team excelled during a weekend featuring four meets across California, achieving significant milestones with four NCAA Division II qualifying marks and 12 personal bests. Highlighting their performance at the Stanford Invitational, Jered Beasley cleared 4.95 meters in the pole vault, clinching second place, with Ian Strode and Gavin Hanes completing a strong field performance. Additionally, distance runners Ricardo Vargas and Juan Ramos each met NCAA standards in the 5,000 meters, while the Bronco relay teams showcased depth and speed, clinching a qualifying time in the 4x400 relay.

By the Numbers
  • Four NCAA Division II qualifying marks were achieved.
  • 12 personal bests were recorded across events.
State of Play
  • The Broncos demonstrated dominance in both field and distance events this past weekend.
  • Multiple athletes entered the CPP Top 10 records in their respective events.
What's Next

The Broncos are set for another competitive weekend with events at the Bryan Clay Multi's, Pomona-Pitzer Invitational, and Johnson/Joyner-Kersee Invitational, aiming to build on their recent successes.

Bottom Line

The impressive performances by the Cal Poly Pomona men's track and field team not only highlight their current strength but also set a foundation for further achievements as the season progresses.