During Bellarmine's Jim Vargo Invitational, IUPUI's Luke Shappell set a new school record in the 800m event, finishing third with a time of 1:53.01, surpassing the previous record held by Robert Murphy.

By the Numbers
  • Shappell ran the 800m in 1:53.01, breaking the school record.
  • Eight Jaguars achieved new personal bests at the event.
Yes, But

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State of Play
  • Luke Shappell broke the school record in the 800m event, marking a significant achievement for IUPUI's track team.
  • Multiple athletes from the team set new personal bests in various events, showcasing overall improvement and competitiveness.
What's Next

The team will be participating in the upcoming Bryan Clay Invitational or Leopard Distance Carnival in California.

Bottom Line

Luke Shappell's record-breaking performance and the team's overall personal best achievements reflect a promising future for IUPUI's track team, setting a high standard for the upcoming events.