Indiana State's Rachel Mehringer and Jahnel Bowman have swept the MVC Women's Track and Field Athlete of the Week honors. Mehringer's impressive 100m hurdles time of 13.20 at the Pacesetter Sports Invitational not only secured her the title but also positions her as the top hurdler in the MVC. Meanwhile, Bowman achieved a personal best in the triple jump, marking 12.62m, the best in the MVC this season. This recognition highlights the duo's significant contributions during Indiana State's home-opening meet.

By the Numbers
  • Mehringer's 100m hurdles time of 13.20 is the fastest in the MVC by over seven-tenths of a second.
  • Bowman's top triple jump mark was 12.62m, surpassing her competition by nearly a full meter.
State of Play
  • Both athletes lead their respective events in the MVC with only their performances exceeding national qualifying metrics.
  • Indiana State has recorded 12 MVC Athlete of the Week awards during the 2025-26 indoor season.
What's Next

Indiana State will compete at the Crimson Tide Invitational in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, on Friday, seeking to build on their success and further improve their standings in upcoming meets.

Bottom Line

Mehringer and Bowman's recent achievements not only underscore their individual talents but also elevate Indiana State's prominence in collegiate track and field, setting the stage for potential future accolades.