Emporia State's men's and women's track and field teams are competing at two different events this weekend鈥� the Jo Meaker Classic in Canyon, Texas, and the Grizzly Gold Invite in El Dorado, Kansas. The teams recently showcased strong performances at the Midwest Classic, with the men winning and the women placing second. Notable achievements include Stella Agbokpah breaking two school records in the 100m and 200m, while multiple athletes recorded provisional qualifying marks for the upcoming NCAA Division II Outdoor Championships.

By the Numbers
  • Emporia State has 13 provisional qualifying marks for the NCAA Division II Championships.
  • Stella Agbokpah set school records of 11.58 seconds in the 100m and 23.75 seconds in the 200m.
  • Brooks Lowe's javelin throw of 69.85m ranks him sixth nationally.
Yes, But

While the Hornets have impressive individual performances, they face tough competition with four MIAA men's teams and three women's teams ranked in the Top 25 nationally.

State of Play
  • The Emporia State men are ranked #40 and the women #41 in the current USTFCCCA standings.
  • The Hornets recently won the team competition at the Midwest Classic, highlighting strong performances across multiple events.
What's Next

The Hornets will host the ESU Relays next weekend (April 17-18), featuring both high school and collegiate events, which will provide additional opportunities for athletes to improve their rankings.

Bottom Line

The weekend's competition is critical for maintaining momentum as the Hornets prepare for the NCAA Championships, with several athletes poised to enhance their rankings and showcase their talent on a national stage.