Kutztown's men's outdoor track and field team had athletes competing at both the Penn Relays and the Paul Kaiser Classic, marking the end of the regular season. Notable performances included Andrew Szeplaki setting a new personal record in pole vault at the Penn Relays with a mark of 5.27m, finishing third overall. Meanwhile, Gabe Sample took first place in the long jump at the Paul Kaiser Classic with a jump of 6.95m, qualifying for the PSAC championships. Other team members performed well, with several finishing in the top 10 of their events. The team is now preparing for the upcoming PSAC Outdoor Championships starting April 30.

By the Numbers
  • Andrew Szeplaki cleared 5.27m (17-3.5) in pole vault, a NCAA Provisional mark.
  • Gabe Sample's long jump of 6.95m (22-9.75) was a PSAC qualifying standard.
State of Play
  • Competitors at the Penn Relays and Paul Kaiser Classic included a smaller group than typical for Kutztown.
  • Multiple athletes outside of Szeplaki and Sample also posted competitive times and distances, with several finishing in the top 10 of their events.
What's Next

Kutztown's athletes will shift focus to the PSAC Outdoor Championships, where they aim to build on their recent successes and secure top placements. The championships will take place from April 30 to May 2 at Shippensburg University.

Bottom Line

Kutztown's track and field team is poised for success in the upcoming championships, armed with impressive performances from the regular season and growing readiness for competitive challenges ahead.