The Saints made remarkable strides at the PLU Invite in Tacoma, WA, with standout performances in various events. Cassidy Walchalk-Sloan and Sara Sabra excelled in the women's 5000m, with Cassidy achieving a National Provisional qualifying time, ranking first nationally and in the conference. Kya Ramirez set a personal record in the 1500m, continuously enhancing her performance. Madison Vu stood out in the women's sprints, placing 3rd in both the 200m and 400m events. The men's team also showcased their talent, with Jaydon Blackburn impressing in the 5000m and freshmen like Noe Ortega and Timmy Higgins delivering strong performances in the 1500m.

By the Numbers
  • Cassidy Walchalk-Sloan ran the 5000m in 16:59.17, ranking 1st in the nation and conference.
  • Sara Sabra clocked 18:05.24 in the 5000m, placing her 2nd in the conference.
  • Kya Ramirez achieved a personal record in the 1500m, improving consistently this season.
  • Madison Vu secured 3rd place in the women's 200m and 400m events.
State of Play
  • Cassidy and Sara's dominance in the 5000m showcased the Saints' excellence in distance events.
  • The men's team displayed promising performances with Jaydon Blackburn's notable PR in the 5000m.
  • Freshmen like Noe Ortega and Timmy Higgins made their mark in the 1500m category.
What's Next

As the outdoor season progresses, the Saints aim to build on their current successes and continue their strong performance in upcoming meets. The focus remains on further improvements and maintaining their competitive edge in future events.

Bottom Line

The PLU Invite highlighted the exceptional talent of the Saints, with notable achievements in both women's and men's events, setting a strong foundation for success in the ongoing outdoor season.