Navy's track and field teams are gearing up to compete in the Larry Ellis Invitational at Princeton, N.J., this weekend. The meet kicks off Friday at 2 p.m. and resumes Saturday with events throughout the day. Nearly 40 athletes from Navy will participate, including several leading the Patriot League in their events. Notably, Conor McFadden is set to compete after achieving personal bests recently, while Zoie Tesi aims to extend her high jump lead.

By the Numbers
  • Conor McFadden's 4x400-meter relay team holds the Patriot League's best time at 3:05.11.
  • Zoie Tesi has the top high jump mark in the league at 1.76 meters (5-09.25).
  • Justin Mumford recorded a time of 29:01.38 in the 10,000 meters, the fourth-fastest in Navy history.
Yes, But

While Navy aims to perform well, competing against seasoned rivals at a prestigious event like the Larry Ellis Invitational can present challenges, particularly for newer athletes in experience and pressure management.

State of Play
  • Navy's team is fresh off a strong performance at the Penn Relays, bagging two event victories.
  • 40 athletes will represent Navy, many of whom are coming off personal bests and strong showings in prior meets.
What's Next

Following the Larry Ellis Invitational, Navy's athletes will be looking to maintain momentum and refine their skills for upcoming championship meets, aiming for peak performance as the season winds down.

Bottom Line

Navy's participation in the Larry Ellis Invitational presents an opportunity to showcase talent and reinforce leading positions in the Patriot League, serving as a critical step towards future competitions and championships.