Coppin State athletes excelled at the Dalton Ebanks Invitational, with both the men's 4x100m and 4x400m relay teams winning gold, along with Alexander Dobson-Honablue in the triple jump. The 4x100m team set a remarkable time of 39.76 seconds, ranking 27th nationally and leading the MEAC. The 4x400m team triumphed over Morgan State with a time of 3:12.50, marking third in the MEAC this season. Honablue also set a personal record in the triple jump with a distance of 14.80m, contributing to his event win. The team will continue their season at the Duke Invitational and Bison Classic this month.

By the Numbers
  • 4x100m Relay time: 39.76 seconds (27th nationally)
  • Honablue's triple jump: 14.80m (48' 6.75") - third in MEAC this season
  • 4x400m Relay time: 3:12.50 - third in MEAC this season
State of Play
  • Honablue's performance solidified his status as a top contender in the triple jump.
  • The Eagles relay teams demonstrated strong competition, showcasing depth in multiple events.
  • Upcoming competitions include the Duke Invitational and Bison Classic.
What's Next

Coppin State's athletes will aim to maintain their momentum at the Duke Invitational on April 8-11 and the Bison Classic on Saturday, where they will look to improve their rankings and set more personal records.

Bottom Line

The strong showing at the Dalton Ebanks Invitational underscores Coppin State's track and field team's potential, positioning them as formidable competitors in the MEAC and beyond as they prepare for future meets.