Cal State LA's men's and women's track and field teams showcased impressive performances at the UCLA Rafer Johnson/Jackie Joyner Kersee Invitational. Highlighting the day, Drew Hill, the defending CCAA 100-meter champion, achieved a personal best of 20.92 seconds and placed third in the 200 meters, making a provisional qualifying mark. Raye Duarte won the men鈥檚 1,500 meters with a time of 4:07.05, leading a strong contingent of six Golden Eagles. The women's team saw Nelly Garnica triumph in the 1,500 meters, finishing in 5:09.53. The next competition for the Golden Eagles will be the Twilight Open at home on Thursday.

By the Numbers
  • Drew Hill clocked a career-best 20.92 seconds in the 200 meters, placing third.
  • Raye Duarte completed the 1,500 meters in 4:07.05, leading five other teammates in the same race.
State of Play
  • Cal State LA's track teams are gaining momentum with strong individual performances.
  • Several athletes achieved personal best records, indicating potential for future meets.
What's Next

The Golden Eagles look to build on their momentum at the upcoming Twilight Open, where they will aim to continue improving their personal and team performances with a home-court advantage.

Bottom Line

The Cal State LA track and field teams delivered standout performances at UCLA, showcasing the talent and potential of their athletes, setting the stage for a promising season ahead.