UTRGV's outdoor track and field teams concluded their regular season at the Cameron Burrell Invitational, achieving notable success with three event wins and 13 personal bests at the Carl Lewis International Complex. Junior La'Zariah Bethany won the women's triple jump, while junior Keamonie Archie triumphed in the men's long jump. Freshman Matic Vidmar also set a program record in the men's javelin with a mark of 65.02 meters. The athletes displayed strong performances across various events, setting the stage for upcoming competitions.

By the Numbers
  • UTRGV secured 3 event victories at the Cameron Burrell Invitational.
  • 13 personal bests were achieved by UTRGV athletes throughout the competition.
State of Play
  • Junior La'Zariah Bethany achieved the fifth-best triple jump mark in program history at 12.52 meters.
  • Freshman Matic Vidmar set a collegiate best in men's javelin, finishing second with a program record of 65.02 meters.
  • Senior Efe Latham's shot put mark of 15.48 meters tied the sixth-best record in program history.
What's Next

The UTRGV track and field teams are set to compete in the Southland Conference Outdoor Championships from May 14-16 in Nacogdoches, Texas. Athletes will aim to capitalize on their strong performances and personal bests for potential championship success.

Bottom Line

UTRGV's impressive showing at the Cameron Burrell Invitational underscores the team's potential for success in upcoming championships, driven by a wealth of personal records and competitive spirit. Strong individual performances signal a promising future as they approach the Southland Conference Outdoor Championships.