Oklahoma Christian's track and field team achieved notable successes at the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, California, from April 16-18. Laila Ahmed secured a national qualifying mark in the high jump, ranking her 23rd in NCAA Division II. Brooke Latham broke two school records, improving the 800-meter time by nearly a second and setting a new standard in the 1500 meters. Laniyah Curry added a second NCAA DII provisional mark with her long jump performance. Additionally, a trio of athletes set a new record in the 4x100 relay.

By the Numbers
  • Laila Ahmed's high jump of 5-6.5 (1.69m) ranks 23rd in NCAA Division II.
  • Brooke Latham's 800-meter record improved to 2:12.38, while her 1500-meter time was 4:30.42.
  • Laniyah Curry's long jump reached 19-9.0 (6.02m).
  • The 4x100 relay team finished with a time of 46.69, beating their previous record.
Yes, But

Despite the impressive achievements, the competition in the Lone Star Conference remains fierce, and Oklahoma Christian will need to maintain or improve its performance in subsequent events leading up to the championships.

State of Play
  • Oklahoma Christian has two weekends of regular season competitions left before the Lone Star Conference Championships on May 7-9.
  • The John McDowell Invitational is scheduled for April 24, followed by the OU O Ring Alumni Open on April 25.
What's Next

The team aims to build on this momentum as they approach the Lone Star Conference Championships, seeking to improve their sectional rankings and strengthen their chances for national qualifications.

Bottom Line

Oklahoma Christian's performance at the Bryan Clay Invitational underlines their competitive edge and potential for the upcoming conference and national events, marking a strong trajectory toward improved results in the postseason.