NSU's track and field teams are set to compete in the Keyth Talley Invitational at LSU, aiming for consistency and improvement in performances following a strong showing at the Louisiana Classics.

The Big Picture

The teams are part of a competitive field of 14 schools, including powerhouse programs like LSU and Wisconsin, in a key early-season meet.

By the Numbers
  • NSU's 4x100 relay team set a school record and tied the Southland Conference mark with a time of 44.59.
  • Diamante Gumbs broke the national record for the British Virgin Islands in the hammer throw and set a stadium record in the discus with a throw of 185-4.
State of Play
  • NSU athletes are excelling, with over 30 individuals ranking in the top five in Southland Conference events.
  • Newcomer Tavis Wilson made an immediate impact, recording the second-best time in the conference this outdoor season in the 100-meter dash with a time of 10.45.
What's Next

Following the Keyth Talley Invitational, the track teams will head to Texas for the Texas Relays and Bobcat Invitational.

Bottom Line

NSU track and field teams are on a strong start to the outdoor season, eyeing further success and improvements in upcoming meets. The athletes' impressive performances signal a promising outlook for the remainder of the season.