Northern Arizona University concluded its participation in the NCAA West First Round, highlighted by junior Hayley Burns, who qualified for the NCAA Outdoor Championships in the women's 1,500 meters with a fifth-place finish in 4:09.87. Freshman Tess Hannigan also competed in the women's 3,000-meter steeplechase, finishing 21st overall. Grace Copeland set a personal best in the women's 5,000 meters, securing a 15th-place finish. Other notable results included Ava Mitchell in 17th and Burns returning for a 21st-place finish after her 1,500-meter race. The NCAA Outdoor Championships are set for June 10-13 in Eugene, Oregon.

By the Numbers
  • Hayley Burns clocked a time of 4:09.87, qualifying fifth in her heat for the NCAA Championships.
  • Grace Copeland achieved a personal best time of 15:44.99, ranking ninth in NAU's all-time outdoor performance list.
State of Play
  • Burns will represent NAU in the NCAA Outdoor Championships, scheduled for June 10-13 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon.
  • The women鈥檚 1,500-meter semifinals are on June 11, followed by the finals on June 13.
What's Next

Anticipation builds for Hayley Burns as she prepares to compete in the NCAA Outdoor Championships, aiming for a strong performance in the semifinals and finals later in June.

Bottom Line

Hayley Burns' qualification marks a significant achievement for NAU Track and Field, showcasing the team's competitive edge and setting a hopeful tone for the upcoming NCAA Outdoor Championships.