(Provo, Utah – Jan. 13, 2024) - The Utah Tech indoor track and field team returned to the track this weekend at the BYU Cougar Invitational hosted at the Smith Fieldhouse setting a pair of program records and posting eight top-eight finishes.
Adding 19 personal bests across the team, the Trailblazers were led by a first-place showing in the 1000 meters by junior
Lexi Larsen in 3:09.74 for a new program record.
The other new program record was set by freshman
Whitney Christiansen in the 400 meters with a speedy time of 59.16.
Other top eight finishes came from
Mariah Skinner (2nd in 1000m - 3:15.29),
Ashlyn Parish (3rd in 60m hurdles - 8.89)
Charly Murie (3rd in 1000m - 3:18.76),
Addie Payne (4th in 1000m - 3:22.17), the 4x400 meter relay team of
Megan Jenkins, Christiansen,
Ella Spear and
Ryan Mendez (3:57.19) finished fourth in 3:57.19, Jenkins (8th in 60m hurdles - 8.94) and
Rashawnna Gibson (8th in 60 meters - 7.78)
The Trailblazers are back in action on Friday at the Northern Arizona Lumberjack Team Challenge hosted at the Walkup Skydome in Flagstaff.
Coach Atkins on the Trailblazers' performance
"I was very satisfied with the team's performance showcasing the improvement the team has made since the season opener. While acknowledging areas for enhancement, I emphasized the importance of continuous effort and focusing on details to elevate their performance in the upcoming events. The team is on the right track, and with persistent dedication, they aim to achieve even greater success in the future."
