The Columbia College track and field teams competed at the UCM Mule Relays, showing strong performances as they move deeper into the outdoor season. Marcos Lara and Ryan Brown achieved personal bests with fourth and fifth place finishes in the 1500m. Laik Graham also stood out in the 5000m with a fourth-place finish. The women's team saw a notable performance from Lauren Berhorst, securing third in the 5000m open. The Cougars are gearing up for the upcoming Dewey Allgood Invite on April 18th.

By the Numbers
  • Marcos Lara: 4th in 1500m with a time of 3:55.05
  • Laik Graham: 4th in 5000m with a time of 15:40.18
  • Brenin Howell: 4th in discus with a distance of 52.30m
  • Lauren Berhorst: 3rd in women's 5000m with a time of 19:13.81
  • Montgomery Keck: 5th in 100m hurdles finals at 14.63
State of Play
  • Cougar men displayed depth in middle-distance events, with multiple top finishes.
  • The women鈥檚 team continues to improve, with key athletes excelling in both distance and hurdles.
  • Strong field events contributed significantly to the team's overall performance.
What's Next

The Columbia College track and field teams will compete at the Dewey Allgood Invite on April 18th, where they will aim to build on their recent success and improve their times further.

Bottom Line

The Cougars are gaining momentum as they head into the heart of the outdoor season, showcasing talent and potential for future meets. Continued improvement in personal bests could lead to strong results in upcoming competitions.