Mathew Hansen broke a school record for the second consecutive week, with three New Orleans sprinters also qualifying for event finals at the Music City Challenge in Nashville. Hansen set a new school 3,000 meter record at 8:19:43, owning the top marks in both the 3,000 meters and 5,000 meters in the Southland this season. Several other Privateer athletes achieved personal bests and secured top finishes in their respective events, with the team's success highlighting their strong performance at the meet.

By the Numbers
  • Hansen set a new school 3,000 meter record at 8:19:43.
  • John Adesola finished in third place in the men's 60 meters with a time of 6.70.
  • Madonna Favour finished in eighth place in the 60 meters with a time of 6.84.
Yes, But

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State of Play
  • Mathew Hansen broke the school's 3,000 meter record for the second consecutive week, highlighting the team's strong performance at the Music City Challenge in Nashville.
  • Several Privateer athletes achieved personal bests and secured top finishes in their respective events.
  • The team's success showcases their competitive readiness ahead of the upcoming LSU Twilight and Southland Indoor Championships.
What's Next

New Orleans returns to the track on Friday, Feb. 16, with a trip up to Baton Rouge for the LSU Twilight, their final tune-up before the Southland Indoor Championships.

Bottom Line

The New Orleans Privateers' strong performance at the Music City Challenge, including record-breaking achievements and personal bests, demonstrates their competitive readiness ahead of the upcoming LSU Twilight and Southland Indoor Championships, positioning them as strong contenders in the upcoming events.