Colton Magruder and Mia Flores, student-athletes from Central Washington University, were recognized as GNAC Athletes of the Week due to their exceptional performances. Magruder shone at the WSU Cougar Classic, achieving a personal best in the 200m and securing first place in the 100m. Flores excelled in her senior weekend, contributing significantly in a sweep over Montana State Billings with eight hits and impressive defensive statistics.

By the Numbers
  • Magruder finished first in the 100m with a time of 10.62 seconds.
  • His 200m time of 21.04 seconds ranks 23rd in NCAA Division II and fourth in GNAC history.
  • Flores had eight hits in 13 at-bats, driving in eight runs.
  • Defensively, she had 7 putouts and 12 assists, achieving a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage.
Yes, But

Despite the accolades, both athletes must sustain their performance levels in upcoming critical matches to have lasting impacts in their respective sports.

State of Play
  • The Wildcats are set to host the GNAC Combined Events Championship today and tomorrow.
  • Magruder and the team will also prepare for the GNAC Outdoor Championships on May 4th and 5th.
  • Flores' softball team will face Northwest Nazarene in crucial regular-season games this weekend.
What's Next

Both Magruder and Flores are expected to maintain their momentum as they approach pivotal competitions, potentially influencing their postseason prospects and individual rankings.

Bottom Line

The remarkable achievements of Magruder and Flores highlight their capabilities, setting a high bar for their future performances and demonstrating the growing prominence of CWU athletics in the GNAC.