The Maryland Terrapins track and field team is gearing up for a busy weekend, competing in two events: the JMU Invite and the Bison Outdoor Classic. Both meets commence at 10 a.m. on Saturday, with the Bison Outdoor Classic continuing on Sunday. This marks the second and third competitions for the Terps this month, as they aim to build momentum leading into additional meets later, including the Virginia Challenge and the Penn Relays.

By the Numbers
  • Evelyn VanZwieten set a second-best all-time program mark in women's javelin at 43.50 meters.
  • Fin Essley achieved a personal best of 61.02 meters in the hammer throw, ranking second all-time for the program.
  • The men's 4x100 team recorded a season-best time of 40.31 seconds, marking sixth best in program history.
State of Play
  • The Terrapins are competing in two significant outdoor meets this weekend, targeting improvement and records.
  • As of now, 35 athletes from Maryland rank among the program's all-time top 10 in various outdoor events.
What's Next

After this weekend, the Terrapins will prepare for the Virginia Challenge from April 17-18, followed by participation in the prestigious Penn Relays from April 23-25.

Bottom Line

With promising performances and several athletes achieving personal milestones, the Maryland Terrapins aim to capitalize on their momentum and continue improving their standings in upcoming competitions.