Wofford College's men's and women's track and field teams had a strong showing at the Catamount Classic, with numerous top finishes and event wins. Highlights included individual victories by Olivia Burroughs in pole vault, JaKayla Campbell in the 100-meter hurdles, and Zion Bennett in the men's 400 meters. The event boasted personal bests and school records, particularly in women's discus and several relay races. Competitors faced condensed events due to weather but demonstrated impressive athleticism against various schools.

By the Numbers
  • Olivia Burroughs won pole vault at 3.65 meters.
  • JaKayla Campbell finished the 100-meter hurdles in 13.53 seconds, taking first place.
  • Maggie Frana set a school freshman record in women鈥檚 discus with a throw of 40.98 meters.
  • Zion Bennett won the men鈥檚 400 meters in 47.79 seconds.
State of Play
  • The Catamount Classic was condensed to one day due to inclement weather.
  • Wofford faced competition from several regional schools, including Gardner-Webb and East Tennessee State.
  • Multiple athletes achieved personal bests across various events.
What's Next

The Wofford track and field teams will next compete at the 2026 Southern Conference Championship on May 11 and 12, at Western Carolina. This event will be crucial for the athletes as they aim to secure strong placements and qualifications for further competitions.

Bottom Line

The strong performances at the Catamount Classic underscore Wofford's talent in track and field. As they prepare for the Southern Conference Championship, maintaining momentum and improving past records will be key for individual and team performance.