The Wichita State track and field team is gearing up for the Rock Chalk Classic in Kansas this weekend. Meanwhile, the Parrish twins will compete in Georgia at the Torrin Lawrence Memorial. Josh Parrish participates in long jump and 110-meter hurdles, while Jason Parrish will race in the 400-meter hurdles. The results from these events are crucial for qualifying for the NCAA Division I Outdoor Championships taking place in Eugene, Oregon, in June.

By the Numbers
  • Rock Chalk Classic events: Friday starts at 1 p.m. CT; Saturday starts at noon.
  • NCAA West Preliminaries are May 27-30, with top 12 in each event advancing to the championships.
State of Play
  • Elkana Kipruto leads in both the 5,000m and 10,000m events.
  • Josh Parrish currently ranks No. 16 in the 110m hurdles and No. 7 in long jump.
What's Next

The upcoming events at the Rock Chalk Classic and the performances of the Parrish twins in Georgia will impact NCAA qualifying positions. Athletes are aiming to improve ranks before the NCAA West Preliminaries later this month.

Bottom Line

The upcoming competitions are pivotal for Wichita State athletes as they aim for qualification in the NCAA Championships. Performance this weekend will significantly influence their postseason prospects.