Annika Esvelt ran a strong 5000 meters race at the Stanford Invitational, clocking 16:18.94 and securing the 4th spot in the Division II national rankings.

By the Numbers
  • Division II national ranking: 4th
  • Minimum number of national entries in an event: 20
  • Last year's No. 20 entry time: 16:29.67
Yes, But

The race took place in challenging conditions with rain and temperatures around 50 degrees.

State of Play
  • Esvelt's time should secure her a spot in the NCAAs on Memorial Day weekend in Emporia, Kansas.
  • She will be competing in the 10,000 meters at the upcoming Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, California.
What's Next

Esvelt will be participating in the 10,000 meters at the Bryan Clay Invitational in California.

Bottom Line

Annika Esvelt's impressive performance at the Stanford Invitational positions her well for upcoming competitions, showcasing her potential for further success in the NCAA track and field events.