University of Kentucky track and field athletes set two freshman records and won five events on the opening day of the Jim Green Invitational in Lexington, Kentucky.

By the Numbers
  • Kate Powers set a new freshman record in the hammer throw with a distance of 210'1" (64.05 meters) and Ed Bird set a new freshman record in the men's 1500 meters with a time of 3:43.38.
  • The Wildcats won three more events, and a total of 22 Wildcats finished in the top 10, achieving eight personal bests.
State of Play
  • Kate Powers improved her freshman record to rank fourth on the UK all-time performers list.
  • The team will conclude the Jim Green Invitational with a senior day ceremony tomorrow starting at noon.
What's Next

The University of Kentucky track and field team will complete the Jim Green Invitational with more events, including the final standings for the Heptathlon and various field and track competitions.

Bottom Line

University of Kentucky's track and field program shines as freshmen break records and secure wins, setting a strong start for the team and showcasing promising talent for the future.