Concord University is set to host the Concord Open track and field meet on Friday at Callaghan Stadium, starting at 3:00 p.m. The event will feature men's and women's teams, including Concord, Bluefield State, Glenville State, Rio Grande, Shawnee State, West Virginia State, and WVU Tech. The Sports Information Department will provide live video coverage, and New River Timing will handle live results.

By the Numbers
  • Freshman Chloe Cox achieved a career-best throw of 33.70 meters in discus.
  • Sophomore Cassidy Hammonds clocked a season-best 12.45 seconds in the 100-meter dash.
  • Junior Shawn Bennett placed 16th in hammer throw with 39.71 meters.
  • Junior Braden Ward ranks 6th in the 5,000-meters for the MEC Championships.
State of Play
  • Concord Open is one of the last two regular-season meets before MEC Outdoor Championships on April 26-28.
  • Several athletes, like junior Kiley Smich, are on the bubble for MEC qualifying times.
  • The men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 teams will participate in multiple relay races this weekend.
What's Next

Following the Concord Open, athletes will aim to secure better placements for the MEC Outdoor Championships, which are just two weeks away. Coaches will evaluate performances to finalize team rosters based on qualifying times and performances at this meet.

Bottom Line

The Concord Open presents a crucial opportunity for athletes to improve their standings ahead of the upcoming championships. With several key competitors in contention for MEC qualifying positions, performance this weekend could make a decisive impact.