The Azusa Pacific track and field team had a strong performance at the Bryan Clay Invitational, their last competition before the PacWest Championships. Notable alumni Bryan Clay, a two-time Olympic medalist, inspired the event. Key highlights included Hayden McKee's high jump of 1.93m and breakthroughs by several athletes, setting the stage for next weekend's critical championship events.

By the Numbers
  • Hannah Richardson secured third place in shot put with a throw of 15.05m (49' 4 陆").
  • Robert Thompson clocked a 10.66 in the 100m prelims, qualifying for the finals and finishing 4th with a 10.77.
Yes, But

Despite numerous standout performances, the team will face tough competition at the upcoming championships, needing to maintain consistency and peak performances to defend their titles.

State of Play
  • The Cougars aim to secure the women's 10th consecutive PacWest title and the men's 9th in 10 years.
  • Key athletes are showing strong form; however, they'll need to elevate their game against heightened competition.
What's Next

The PacWest Conference Championships are set for next weekend at Point Loma in San Diego, where the Cougars will compete for both team titles.

Bottom Line

The Cougars鈥� recent performances position them well for the championships, but they must harness their momentum and deliver consistently to achieve their goals of defending their titles.