Mississippi College track and field excelled at the UAH Rocket City and Georgia Tech Invitationals, achieving multiple school records and NCAA provisional marks. Rebekah Zweerink set a school record in the women's discus with 44.87 meters, while Matias Vasquez recorded an NCAA provisional time of 52.17 seconds in the men's 400-meter hurdles. Additionally, Bre Bell won the women's 3000-meter steeplechase with a record-setting time of 10:30.14, further highlighting the team's competitive edge this season.

By the Numbers
  • Rebekah Zweerink's discus throw: 44.87 meters (147 feet, 3 inches) - school record.
  • Matias Vasquez's 400-meter hurdles time: 52.17 seconds - ranks 17th in NCAA Division II.
  • Baxter Friedman recorded a steeplechase time of 9:10.20, ranking fifth in program history.
  • Bre Bell's women's steeplechase time: 10:30.14 - ranks ninth in NCAA Division II.
State of Play
  • Mississippi College athletes are achieving NCAA qualifying marks and record-breaking performances across various events.
  • The team is poised for continued success with several standout athletes performing at high levels this season.
What's Next

The Choctaws will compete in the Mike McMillan Alumni Twilight Meet next weekend, aiming to further their success and improve their standings in the Gulf South Conference.

Bottom Line

The Mississippi College track and field team is demonstrating exceptional talent and promise this season, with records being broken and athletes qualifying for national competitions, setting the stage for a strong remainder of the outdoor season.