This weekend, the outdoor track and field teams achieved remarkable new records at the Silfen and Wilton Wright Invitationals in Connecticut. The women's team set three new program records, highlighted by graduate Marie Naudus's 1500-meter time of 4:39.66. Senior Kathleen Healy and sophomore Carli Sheiffele also established new benchmarks in the 10000-meter and 3000-meter steeplechase, respectively. Junior Amir Carter-Thomas set a program record in the hammer throw, marking a significant achievement for the men's team. Overall, both teams demonstrated strong performances, including near-record relay finishes.

By the Numbers
  • Marie Naudus clocked 4:39.66 in the 1500-meter, breaking the previous record by nearly three seconds.
  • Kathleen Healy's 10000-meter time of 36:48.04 improved her previous record by nearly three minutes.
  • Amir Carter-Thomas threw the hammer 44.22 meters, surpassing the previous record by over four meters.
  • The women's 4x100-meter relay finished second with a time of 48.48 seconds, just 0.01 seconds shy of a program record.
State of Play
  • Both track teams are building momentum with multiple record-breaking performances this season.
  • Upcoming meets will provide more opportunities for athletes to set new records and improve individual times.
What's Next

The teams will compete next at the Rider Invitational on April 17-18, where they aim to continue their impressive record-setting streak and improve their performances ahead of crucial competitions.

Bottom Line

The women's and men's outdoor track and field teams are not just breaking records; they're setting a new standard of excellence this season, reflecting their hard work and dedication. Observers should anticipate even more remarkable achievements as the season progresses.