Wildcats Excel in Idaho, Break Personal Records
The Central Washington University track and field team showcased an impressive performance at the Lauren McCluskey Memorial held in Moscow, Idaho. Many athletes from the Wildcats achieved personal records, continuing to set the stage for future competitions.
Meet Overview
The Lauren McCluskey Memorial took place at the Lauren McCluskey Track in Idaho. The event featured athletes striving for personal bests while competing in multiple events.
Key Performances
Head Coach Jonathan Hill commented on the performance, noting that the squad was split between two venues to maximize opportunities. Some athletes made significant strides in their events, rewriting the record lists in several categories.
Men’s Events
- Brady Holland excelled in the men’s shot put, finishing seventh with a personal record of 14.92 meters.
- In the weight throw, he placed 17th with a mark of 13.57 meters, setting another personal best.
- Caleb Reed achieved a personal record in the weight throw, placing 22nd with a throw of 12.94 meters.
Women’s Events
- Kamila Salanoa achieved notable success in the weight throw, securing third place with a personal record of 14.84 meters.
- Felicity Taula placed ninth in the shot put with a seasonal best of 11.61 meters, also finishing 19th in the weight throw at 11.02 meters.
- Meggie Kilcup had an outstanding performance in the 800 meters, finishing third with a personal record time of 2:16.38, ranking her 36th nationally in NCAA Division II.
Distance Events Highlights
- Lillian Neff placed 10th in the 3,000 meters with a time of 10:36.26.
- Katie Manly finished 12th in the same event, clocking in at 10:39.46.
- Julie Johnson came in 19th with a time of 10:57.23.
Looking Ahead
The Wildcats are set to travel to Seattle, Washington, for the UW Invitational and the Mile City Meet. This event will take place from January 30 to January 31 at the Dempsey Indoor Center, providing yet another chance for the athletes to excel.
As the season progresses, the Wildcats are eager to continue breaking personal records and putting on strong performances as they aim for success in upcoming championships.
