The Concordia-St. Paul men's and women's track and field teams are gearing up for an intense week, competing across four different meets from April 8 to April 11. The action kicks off with the Dutch Spring Invite in Pella, Iowa, where four multi athletes will represent CSP. Meanwhile, distance runners will compete at the UW-Platteville Invite on April 10, followed by a larger group at the Stomper Open and the Minnesota State Open in Mankato. Promising results are anticipated as several athletes rank highly in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference leaderboards.

By the Numbers
  • Senior Nyadio Chan leads the NSIC in the 800-meter with a time of 2:15.81.
  • Sophomore Bernie Barnhardt ranks third in the women's hammer throw at 165' 9.
  • Freshman Kate Miriovsky is third in the pole vault with a height of 10' 11.75.
  • Senior Ethan Blischke holds second place in the 5,000-meter with a time of 15:12.85.
  • Junior Andrew Alexander ranks third in the 10,000-meter at 32:11.78.
State of Play
  • CSP athletes are competing at four meets over four days, aiming to establish rankings.
  • Live results will be broadcasted for some events, enhancing fan engagement.
  • Concordia athletes are currently showing strong performances on the NSIC leaderboards.
  • Team dynamics remain positive as they prepare for a busy competition week.
What's Next

The Golden Bears will look to build on their current momentum, aiming for personal bests and competitive placements across all meets. Upcoming events will provide critical opportunities for athletes to improve their standings in the NSIC. Performance at these meets could influence future team strategies as the season progresses.

Bottom Line

As CSP prepares for a highly competitive week, the focus will be on maximizing athlete performance and securing top placements in their events. The outcomes have the potential to impact team rankings and individual accolades as the outdoor season unfolds.