The Red Hawks had a stellar performance across two meets, highlighted by Joley Berger鈥檚 record-breaking run in the women's 5,000 meters, clocking 16:56.06 at UW-Platteville, shattering the school record by over 30 seconds. The team showed strong depth, with standout finishes from both men and women, including multiple podium placements in various events. Senior Nicole Arnold excelled in the heptathlon, finishing eighth overall, while the 4x400 meter relay team secured a first-place finish in Oshkosh. The weekend's results underline the team鈥檚 growth as they gain momentum heading into the outdoor season.

By the Numbers
  • Joley Berger's 5K time of 16:56.06 beats the previous school record by over 30 seconds.
  • Nicole Arnold scored 3,284 points in the heptathlon, placing eighth, while Ren Fritz scored 2,995 points, finishing ninth.
  • The men's 4x400 meter relay finished first with a time of 3:34.15.
State of Play
  • Berger鈥檚 performance marks a significant milestone for the program in distance running.
  • The team's depth was evident with several top finishes across multiple events at both meets.
What's Next

The Red Hawks will focus on the upcoming outdoor meet at UW-La Crosse on April 18, looking to build on their recent successes and further solidify their competitive edge.

Bottom Line

The Red Hawks' recent performances, particularly Berger's record, signal a strong trajectory as they progress through the outdoor season, showcasing both depth and potential for achieving more milestones.