The Eastern Kentucky University track and field teams are set to compete this weekend at the Jim Green Invitational in Lexington and the Duke Twilight in Durham, marking the end of their outdoor regular season. All-American Taha Er Raouy will aim to break his own school record in the men's 1,500 meters at the Jim Green meet, while Metrine Serem looks to lead the women's side in the same event. Numerous Colonel athletes are ranked in the ASUN top five across various throwing events, including Lariah Wooden, who currently sits at No. 2 in shot put. A total of five Colonels will participate in the Duke Twilight, including Edna Chelulei making her season debut in the outdoor 5,000 meters.

By the Numbers
  • Taha Er Raouy's fastest 1,500m time is currently 3:39.48, ranked No. 1 in the ASUN.
  • Metrine Serem's fastest 1,500m time stands at 4:17.69, also the fastest in the ASUN.
State of Play
  • The Jim Green Invitational will occur from May 1-2 at the University of Kentucky.
  • The Duke Twilight is scheduled for May 3, with multiple Colonels competing in various distances.
What's Next

Following this weekend's events, the Colonels will shift focus to the ASUN Outdoor Championships, set for May 14-16 in Jacksonville, Florida, where they hope to enhance their rankings and secure more qualifying times and scores.

Bottom Line

The performance at these upcoming meets will be critical for the EKU track and field teams, as strong finishes could enhance their qualifications and impact at the upcoming ASUN Championships.