Tarleton State Men's Track and Field program achieved a remarkable milestone by sweeping the WAC Athlete of the Week Awards for the second time this season. David Mvundura was honored as the WAC Men's Track Athlete of the Week, and Jacob Thomas received the title of WAC Men's Field Athlete of the Week. Both athletes earned their first selections of the outdoor season, showcasing outstanding performances at the recent Baylor Invitational, where Mvundura secured his first individual title and Thomas broke his own school record in pole vaulting.

By the Numbers
  • David Mvundura clocked in a time of 20.68 seconds in the 200 meters, ranking 17th in the NCAA West Region.
  • Jacob Thomas cleared 5.21 meters in pole vault, breaking his own record and now ranks 24th in the NCAA West Region.
State of Play
  • Five different Tarleton athletes have received WAC Athlete of the Week honors across the first four weeks of the season.
  • Tarleton State will host its only home meet of the season this weekend, featuring a variety of schools and a senior day presentation.
What's Next

The Texans aim to maintain their momentum at the upcoming home meet, potentially improving their rankings in the NCAA West Region as they seek spots in the upcoming NCAA West First Rounds in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Bottom Line

With two outstanding athletes leading the charge, Tarleton State's track and field team is poised for significant success as they compete in their only home meet, setting the stage for a strong finish to the season.