The Millikin track team secured two event titles on day one of the 2024 CCIW Indoor Track and Field Championships, with Thomas Hills winning the Men's Long Jump and Kyle Hensley claiming the Pole Vault title.

The Big Picture

The success of Millikin's track team at the CCIW Championships highlights the athletes' exceptional performances and the team's competitiveness in the conference.

By the Numbers
  • Thomas Hills won the Men's Long Jump with a jump of 7.02 meters (23-0.50), ranking third in Big Blue Indoor track history.
  • Kyle Hensley secured the CCIW Championships in the Pole Vault with a vault of 4.75 meters (15-7).
State of Play
  • Millikin claimed two CCIW titles on the first day of the championships.
  • Several Millikin athletes earned All-Conference honors by finishing in the top eight of their events.
  • Millikin is currently in fourth place in the men's competition and sixth place in the women's events after day one.
Bottom Line

The Millikin track team's strong start at the CCIW Championships underscores their talent and potential for further success in the competition, setting a promising tone for the rest of the event.