The Harding Lady Bisons made headlines at the John McDonnell Invitational by breaking three outdoor school records amidst fierce competition. Senior Tetiana Kharashchuk set a new benchmark in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:09.52, surpassing a 12-year-old record. Cadence Sansom broke the pole vault record by clearing 4.12 meters, while the 4x100 relay team clocked in at 45.54 seconds, shattering the previous record by nearly a second. These performances significantly bolster the team's momentum as they head towards the Great American Conference Championships.

By the Numbers
  • Kharashchuk's time of 2:09.52 eclipsed the previous record of 2:09.63.
  • Sansom cleared 4.12 meters, breaking the prior record of 4.10 meters.
  • The 4x100 relay team finished in 45.54 seconds, surpassing the 2019 record of 46.26.
State of Play
  • The Lady Bisons are ranked No. 10 nationally and are gaining momentum.
  • They are preparing for the Great American Conference Championships starting Wednesday in Searcy.
What's Next

As the Lady Bisons gear up for the conference championships, the focus will likely be on maintaining their record-setting performances and aiming for strong finishes in upcoming meets.

Bottom Line

The achievements of the Harding Lady Bisons serve as a powerful reminder of their competitive prowess, setting the stage for potentially even greater success at the conference level.