The NJIT men's and women's outdoor track and field teams showcased impressive performances at the Rutgers Relays and Bison Outdoor Classic. Key highlights included Zaidah Lightener's second-place finish in the women's long jump at 5.94 meters and Eatoniel Brown's time of 48.38 seconds, placing third in the men's 400 meters. Notably, Jason Alvarez set a school record in the 110 hurdles with a time of 14.54 seconds. At the Bison Outdoor Classic, Lasse Bjorn Jensen ran a record-setting 3:49.94 in the men's 1500 meters, while Anthony Dvorsky clocked a new record of 14:12.17 in the men's 5k.

By the Numbers
  • Zaidah Lightener: 5.94 meters (2nd in women's long jump)
  • Eatoniel Brown: 48.38 seconds (3rd in men's 400 meters)
  • Jason Alvarez: 14.54 seconds (new school record, 3rd in men's 110 hurdles)
  • Lasse Bjorn Jensen: 3:49.94 (new school record, men's 1500 meters)
  • Anthony Dvorsky: 14:12.17 (new school record, 7th in men's 5k)
Yes, But

While NJIT athletes excelled in multiple events, they face tough competition ahead in upcoming championships. The performance at Rutgers and Bison Classic, although impressive, must be sustained to maintain momentum.

State of Play
  • NJIT remains competitive across various track and field disciplines.
  • Several athletes posted record-breaking performances this weekend.
  • The team is gearing up for the IC4A/ECAC Championships and Paul Donahue Invitational.
What's Next

NJIT will compete at the IC4A/ECAC Championships on April 17 in Piscataway, NJ, and the Paul Donahue Invitational in Chester, PA, with athletes looking to build upon their recent successes.

Bottom Line

With several school records set and strong team depth on display, NJIT's track and field program is primed for success in upcoming competitions, potentially translating these performances into standout finishes at the imminent championships.