Sophomore Gideon Hammah of the University of Mary men's track and field team shattered multiple records over the weekend at the Bryan Cole Invitational in California, while his teammates excelled at the Blue Hawk Games in Dickinson, ND. Hammah set a new school record in the 800m with a time of 1:50.52, which also ranks him 48th in the nation. He further broke his own record in the 1500m, finishing in 3:48.64. Meanwhile, in Dickinson, Mark DeArmond claimed victory in the 100m, and Nick Lind won the 5000m, contributing to a strong overall team performance.

By the Numbers
  • Hammah's 800m record: 1:50.52
  • Hammah's 1500m record: 3:48.64
  • Mark DeArmond's 100m win: 10.54
  • Nick Lind's 5000m win: 16:11.45
  • University of Mary total points at Blue Hawk Games: 186
State of Play
  • Hammah holds four UMary track and field records after this weekend.
  • The men's team is currently leading the Blue Hawk Games against local competitors.
What's Next

The Blue Hawk Games will conclude on April 20, offering final opportunities for team standings to shift. Hammah's strong performance could set the stage for future NCAA competitions as he maintains his impressive form.

Bottom Line

Gideon Hammah's record-breaking achievements highlight the growing strength of the University of Mary's track and field program, while the overall success at the Blue Hawk Games reflects the team's competitive edge. This momentum could propel them further in upcoming events.