Freshmen Urko Etxebeste and Marek Waltke led the Memphis Tigers at the Crimson Tide Invitational, each capturing victory in their events. Etxebeste won the 2,000-meter steeplechase with a time of 5:56.47, while Waltke achieved a personal best in the javelin with a throw of 69.94 meters. In total, Memphis secured two wins, 11 top-five finishes, and 13 personal records. Other notable performances included Adela Mullerova and Isabelle Cruickshank in the javelin, securing second and third place, respectively. The team will take a break next week before competing again on April 25 in Baton Rouge.

By the Numbers
  • Urko Etxebeste: 2,000 Meter Steeplechase winner, 5:56.47
  • Marek Waltke: Javelin winner, 69.94 meters (career-best)
  • 11 top-five finishes achieved
  • 13 personal bests recorded
State of Play
  • Memphis athletes dominated with multiple podium finishes across events.
  • Team demonstrated consistent improvement, evidenced by numerous personal records.
What's Next

The Tigers will return to competition on April 25 at the LSU Alumni Gold event, where they will aim to build on their recent successes and further improve their season standings.

Bottom Line

The strong performances from the freshmen duo and multiple athletes signal a promising season for Memphis track and field, setting a foundation for future competitions.