The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's and women's track teams will compete at the Dennis Craddock Coaches Classic in Lynchburg, Virginia, on April 10-11. The event kicks off with track events starting at 5:00 p.m. on Friday and resumes at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The teams are fielding a range of athletes across various distances, including sprinters and middle-distance runners. Recently, UNCG shattered several records at the VertKlasse Meeting, highlighting a strong performance leading up to this weekend.

By the Numbers
  • Ayzia Jefferson set a personal best of 12.37 seconds in the 100-meter sprint, breaking her own record.
  • The women's 4x400-meter relay team achieved a school record of 4:01.05, surpassing a previous mark set 16 years ago.
State of Play
  • UNCG athletes are coming off a successful performance at the VertKlasse Meeting, with multiple personal bests achieved.
  • Upcoming competitions include the Wake Forest Invitational and Aggie Invitational, indicating a busy schedule ahead.
What's Next

Following the Dennis Craddock Coaches Classic, UNCG will split its team between the Wake Forest Invitational and Aggie Invitational, which take place over two consecutive weekends. These events will provide further opportunities for the athletes to improve their marks as they head into a critical season.

Bottom Line

With a history of breaking records and personal bests, UNCG鈥檚 track teams are poised for a strong showing at the upcoming Dennis Craddock Coaches Classic鈥攁 crucial meet to build momentum for the rest of the season.