The Concordia-St. Paul track and field teams showcased strong performances at the Stomper Open in Mankato, with several athletes achieving personal bests and NCAA qualifying marks. Senior Carter Krummen notably set a personal record in the hammer throw, achieving a distance of 187' 3鈥� and ranking 37th in Division II this season. Freshmen Fadel Johnson Jr. and Jayden Kuhlman also excelled, placing second in the triple jump and 400-meter events, respectively. The teams are set to continue competition at upcoming meets, ensuring a packed schedule ahead.

By the Numbers
  • Carter Krummen's hammer throw of 187' 3鈥� ranks him 37th in Division II this season.
  • Fadel Johnson Jr. achieved a distance of 47鈥� 8.5鈥� in the triple jump, earning second place in his outdoor debut.
  • Senior Maya Lavendusky placed second in the shot put with a distance of 41' 7.75鈥�.
State of Play
  • Mehlayna Straub currently leads the women's heptathlon in Iowa with 3190 points after day one.
  • Jeffrey Odamtten sits in second place in the men's decathlon with 3642 points, after five events.
  • Concordia athletes are set to compete in both the UW-Platteville Invitational and Minnesota State Open this weekend.
What's Next

Expect further updates on individual performances and final results as the team progresses through the upcoming weekend meets and concludes the Dutch Spring Multi competition.

Bottom Line

The Golden Bears demonstrated impressive early-season form and promise for the upcoming competitions, highlighting the potential for further achievements as they continue to break personal and school records.