Oklahoma State's Steven Schmidt made history by earning second team All-America honors in the Decathlon, finishing 13th with a total score of 7,479 points at the NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene, Oregon. This accomplishment marks the first time a Cowboy has received All-America recognition in this event. In addition, Cowgirls Burklie Burton and Rachel Neaves also garnered All-American accolades in the Hammer Throw, with Burton taking 12th and Neaves finishing 15th. Senior Kaylie Politza earned honorable mention All-American status in the 800 Meters with a 17th-place finish in prelims. Other Cowboys will compete in their events as the championships continue.

By the Numbers
  • Steven Schmidt scored 7,479 points in the Decathlon, placing 13th.
  • Burklie Burton finished 12th in the Hammer Throw with a distance of 65.28 meters.
  • Rachel Neaves ranked 15th in the Hammer Throw at 63.29 meters.
  • Kaylie Politza clocked 2:02.37 in the 800 Meters, finishing 17th in prelims.
State of Play
  • Schmidt is now the first Cowboy to earn All-America honors in the Decathlon.
  • Additional athletes from OSU, including Kevin Kemboi and Brian Musau, are set to compete in upcoming events.
  • Annie Molenhouse, ranked No. 3 in the NCAA for the Heptathlon, begins her competition soon.
What's Next

The championship events continue with several OSU athletes vying for top spots and potential All-America honors. The performance of the remaining competitors, especially Musau as the defending NCAA champion, will be crucial for the team's overall standing. Monitoring the Heptathlon and upcoming events will be key as OSU pursues more accolades.

Bottom Line

Oklahoma State track and field athletes are making significant strides at the NCAA Championships, with Schmidt's historic recognition highlighting a strong performance by the team. The future competitions will be pivotal for maintaining their momentum and achieving further success. Fans and supporters should keep an eye on the remaining events as they unfold.