The Colorado School of Mines track and field teams are splitting up this week for two competitive meets. The Mines Midweek Invite will take place at Stermole Track on Thursday, providing a crucial opportunity for athletes to prepare for next week's RMAC Championships. Simultaneously, distance runners will compete at the Bryan Clay Invitational in California, after a snowy weather forecast led to the cancellation of the Mines Pre-Conference meet.

By the Numbers
  • The men's 4x400 team set a new RMAC record at 3:06.47, ranking #2 in NCAA Division II this season.
  • Imani Fernandez-Gorbea set a new Mines 800m record at 2:06.51, placing her #4 on the NCAA D-II performance list this season.
State of Play
  • The Mines women are currently ranked #7 and the men #4 in the USTFCCCA rankings.
  • The Orediggers hold four national leads and 17 top-15 marks across various events as of April 15.
What's Next

The Orediggers will head to Pueblo for the RMAC Outdoor Championships from April 24-26, where they will look to build on their strong performances and national rankings.

Bottom Line

Mines athletes are primed for success heading into the RMAC Championships, showcasing strong records and rankings that suggest significant potential for achieving national recognition.