Omaha Track and Field concluded its second outdoor meet at the Jim Duncan Invitational, achieving commendable results with Lilly Smith and Hope Riedel making notable marks in their respective events. Smith clocked in at 1:04.57 in the 400-meter hurdles, placing 10th fastest in the event and marking her collegiate debut in this discipline. Riedel finished fourth all-time in the 3000-meter steeplechase with a significant personal record of 11:15.74, improving by approximately 20 seconds.

By the Numbers
  • Lilly Smith achieved a time of 1:04.57 in the 400-meter hurdles, ranking 10th all-time for Omaha.
  • Hope Riedel's 11:15.74 in the 3000-meter steeplechase placed her fourth in program history, a personal best improvement of 20 seconds.
State of Play
  • The Mavericks will split their team for the next competition, participating in multiple meets across California and Nebraska.
  • Events include the Pacific Coast Invitational, Bryan Clay Invitational, and Big Red Classic scheduled for April 17-18.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the team aims to build on their recent performances as they compete in diverse environments. The upcoming meets may provide further opportunities for personal bests and team achievements, particularly for newer athletes.

Bottom Line

The impressive results from Smith and Riedel highlight the potential of Omaha's track team, setting a positive tone for the rest of the season. Continued focus on individual and team development could lead to more breakthroughs as the outdoor season progresses.