The St. Thomas men's and women's outdoor track and field teams will host the Joe Sweeney Invitational on April 29 at O'Shaughnessy Stadium, marking their only home event of the season. The team will then head to Madison, Wisconsin, for the Badger Invitational on May 1. Recently, the Tommies made headlines with record-setting performances at various competitions, achieving multiple top finishes and NCAA Midwest regional marks. Olivia Keller led the women's team, breaking records in both the 400-meter hurdles and 800 meters, while the men's team excelled in relay events, with notable performances in the 4x800 and shuttle hurdle relays.

By the Numbers
  • Olivia Keller set program records in the 400-meter hurdles (58.74) and 800 meters (2:06.54).
  • St. Thomas women's 4x100 and 4x400 relays both achieved program records during the Drake Relays.
State of Play
  • The women's team ranks high with Olivia Keller in the top spot for both the 800 meters and 400 hurdles in the Summit League.
  • Program records were set across multiple relay events, showcasing the team's strength heading into upcoming competitions.
What's Next

As the Tommies prepare for the Sweeney Invitational and the Badger Invitational, they will aim to build on their recent successes. Coaches expect further improvements and possibly more records broken as they enter the final stretch of the outdoor season.

Bottom Line

The St. Thomas track and field teams are on a strong trajectory, with key athletes breaking records and showcasing their abilities. Their performance at the upcoming meets will be crucial as they aim for further success and recognition in the NCAA regional rankings.