The VMI track and field teams will send multiple athletes to the Raleigh Relays hosted by NC State after a successful start to the outdoor season in Richmond. Athletes will compete from Thursday through Saturday at the Paul Derr Track Facility in Raleigh, North Carolina.

By the Numbers
  • Sophomore Taylor Hill begins action with the women's pole vault on Thursday at 10:30 a.m.
  • Freshman Cameron Thomas will compete in the men's pole vault on Friday at 10:30 a.m. after setting a new school record last week.
  • Other athletes like Eleyah Armstrong, Keyandre Midgett, and Rafe Clendenin will compete in various events on Friday afternoon.
  • The competition will wrap up on Saturday morning with Andrew Granger and Armstrong participating in the hammer throw and long jump respectively.
State of Play
  • This weekend, VMI will face a large field of Division I competitors at the Raleigh Relays, presenting a significant opportunity for the team.
  • Director of Track and Field, Zack Scott, expressed enthusiasm about the competition and the team's readiness to vie for victory.
Bottom Line

The VMI track and field teams are gearing up to compete against top Division I athletes at the prestigious Raleigh Relays, with athletes like Cameron Thomas and Taylor Hill showcasing their skills in the pole vault events. Director Zack Scott's optimism sets the tone for a weekend filled with high expectations and fierce competition.