The Elon women's track and field team excelled in the opening day of the Duke Invitational, with personal bests from four athletes in the Heptathlon events. Notably, freshman Greta Urbonaviciute achieved three personal bests, including a high jump of 1.66m, tying her for sixth on Elon's all-time list. Fellow freshmen Irene Blanco Garcia and Carolina Frada also recorded personal bests in high jump. Overall, the day showcased five personal records, one season best, and a strong performance by the Phoenix team.

By the Numbers
  • Greta Urbonaviciute recorded a high jump of 1.66m (5'5.75) 鈥� personal best and No. 6 in program history.
  • Urbonaviciute currently leads the Phoenix, sitting 13th overall in the Heptathlon with 2,981 points.
State of Play
  • The Heptathlon events continue on Thursday, with three remaining events scheduled from 1:30-4:45 p.m. ET.
  • Four Phoenix athletes are competing, with a promising start indicated by multiple personal bests.
What's Next

As the Heptathlon progresses, the athletes will aim to maintain their momentum and further improve their standings. Continued performance improvement could elevate their rankings and program records.

Bottom Line

The standout performances at the Duke Invitational highlight the strength and potential of the Elon women's track and field team, particularly through the accomplishments of their freshmen. The results set a positive tone for the remaining events and future competitions.