The Virginia Union University men's track and field team showcased exceptional performances at the NSU Invitational, claiming multiple event victories and achieving several personal bests. Coach Franck Charles praised the team's outstanding showing, particularly in the field events where they dominated. Key highlights included standout performances from Zachary Jones, Timothy Butler, and Antonio Smith among others.

By the Numbers
  • Zachary Jones achieved a personal-best discus throw of 53.31 meters, ranking 12th in NCAA Division II.
  • Antonio Smith finished the 110-meter hurdles in 14.02 seconds, placing ninth nationally in NCAA Division II.
  • Tremayne Cowart won the 800 meters with a personal-best time of 1:54.28.
State of Play
  • The Panthers' field athletes set the tone with several top finishes and personal bests.
  • Virginia Union is gearing up for the upcoming conference championship in three weeks.
  • The team is focused on refining performance ahead of the next competition on April 11 at the JMU Invitational.
What's Next

The Panthers will compete again at the JMU Invitational, where they aim to improve their metrics further ahead of the conference championships.

Bottom Line

The strong performances at the NSU Invitational have set Virginia Union's men's track and field team on an upward trajectory, as they prepare for critical upcoming competitions while honing their skills and strategy.