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Saturday, May 10, 2025
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Bobb Leads Virginia Tech with Victory at Liberty Twilight
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Sprinter Caitlyn Bobb was in impressive form as she spearheaded a dominant performance from her Virginia Tech Track & Field teammates at the Liberty Twilight Qualifier, the final regular season meet of their outdoor schedule. The Hokies collected a remarkable ten event wins at the meet, showcasing their strength and depth across various disciplines.
Bobb herself played a key role in the team's success, storming to victory in the Women's 200m Dash. The talented sprinter clocked a winning time of 23.77 seconds, demonstrating her speed and competitive edge as the season heads towards the championship phase.
Her victory in the 200m was a highlight in a night filled with strong performances for Virginia Tech. The team showcased their prowess across both track and field events, securing wins in a multitude of categories. While specific details of all ten victories weren't immediately available, the sheer volume of wins underscores the Hokies' strong form as they prepare for upcoming championship meets.
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Friday, May 09, 2025
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Parsons & UMBC Finish Fifth at America East Championships
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 Sprinter and jumper Za'Kayza Parsons played a key role as her University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) Women's Outdoor Track & Field team secured a solid fifth-place finish at the 2025 America East Championships, hosted by the University of New Hampshire. The Retrievers amassed a total of 105 points across the various disciplines.
A standout performance for UMBC came in the Women's 4 x 100m Relay. The quartet, of sophomore Charliana Dacosta, Leanne McDonald, senior Za'Kayza Parsons, and freshman Anna Creel, showcased impressive teamwork and speed to clinch second place in a time of 46.30 seconds. Parsons' experience proved vital in guiding the team to a strong podium finish in this highly competitive event.
Individually, Parsons also demonstrated her versatility across different track and field events. In the Women's 100m Dash, she clocked a respectable time of 12.16 seconds to finish in sixth place. Later in the championships, Parsons turned her attention to the Women's Long Jump, where her best leap of 5.51 metres (or 18 feet 1 inch) saw her finish in seventh position.
While the team title eluded UMBC on this occasion, their fifth-place finish and the strong performances, particularly in the relay and from individuals like Parsons, highlight the talent and dedication within the squad.
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Thursday, May 08, 2025
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Basden & Tucker Compete at East Coast Relays
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Cameron Basden and Denver Tucker were in action at the prestigious East Coast Relays, held at the UNF-Hodges Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida.
Basden represented Barry Track & Field, while Tucker donned the colors of Florida State University at the highly competitive event.
Basden took part in the Men's Long Jump competition. He recorded a best leap of 6.73 meters, which translates to 22 feet and 1 inch. This effort placed Basden in 20th position overall in a strong field of collegiate athletes.
Tucker focused on the sprinting events, competing in the Men's 100m Dash. Tucker clocked a time of 10.80 seconds in his race, finishing in 29th position. The East Coast Relays consistently attract top track and field talent, providing a valuable platform for both
Basden and Tucker to test themselves against high-caliber competition and gain valuable experience as they continue their athletic development.
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Wednesday, May 07, 2025
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Outerbridge Secures Double Silver at FHSAA Regionals
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Sprinters Miles Outerbridge and Arima Turner represented Montverde Academy at the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) 2A Region 2 Track Meet, with Outerbridge delivering a standout performance.
Outerbridge demonstrated his speed and consistency in the boys' varsity sprints. In the fiercely contested 100m Dash, he clocked an impressive time of 10.65 seconds to secure second place. He then followed this up with another strong showing in the Boys' Varsity 200m Dash, once again finishing in second position with a time of 21.44 seconds. Outerbridge's double silver medal haul highlights his talent and potential on the track.
Meanwhile, Turner also competed in the girls' sprint events. In the highly competitive 100m Dash, she finished in 7th place with a time of 12.48 seconds. Turner also took to the blocks for the 200m Dash, finishing in 12th position with a time of 26.77 seconds. While not among the medals, Turner's participation in the regional meet provides valuable experience at a high level of competition.
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Tuesday, May 06, 2025
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Cann Leads Elon University's at Duke Twilight
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Shayla Cann spearheaded a night of impressive performances for the Elon University Women's Track and Field team at the Duke Twilight meet, held at the Morris Williams Stadium. Several personal bests were shattered as the Phoenix athletes shone brightly.
In the highly competitive 800-meters event, Cann, along with teammates Gabi Walker and Abby Beville, all etched their names into the record books with new personal best times. Cann led the Elon charge, crossing the finish line in a blistering 2 minutes and 8.58 seconds.
This remarkable time not only secured a strong finish in the event but also stands as the second-fastest 800-meter performance in the history of the Elon University program, a testament to Cann's continued development and talent on the track. The performances of Cann, Walker, and Beville highlight the strong progress within the Elon University Women's Track and Field team.
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