Georgia State women's track and field kicked off their season at the Clemson Opener, achieving nine top-10 finishes. Valissa Brown and Kayli Williams led the squad with impressive second and third place finishes in the 60-meter hurdles. Ana Cubillo and Mencia Maruri highlighted middle-distance events, while several athletes set career-best times across various events, showcasing strong individual performances as the Panthers gear up for their next competition.

By the Numbers
  • Valissa Brown placed 2nd in the 60-meter hurdles with a time of 8.40 seconds.
  • Kaiyi Williams finished 3rd in the same event, clocking 8.41 seconds.
  • Ana Cubillo achieved a 3rd place in the 1000-meter race with a time of 3:05.74.
  • Four Panthers recorded career-best times in the 300-meter dash.
State of Play
  • The Panthers had nine top-10 finishes, indicating a promising start to the season.
  • Multiple athletes, including Brown and Williams, displayed elite performances, setting a competitive tone for the year.
What's Next

Georgia State's track and field team will take a break until January 11, when they return to Clemson for the Clemson Invite, aiming to build on their strong season opener results.

Bottom Line

The Panthers' solid performance at the Clemson Opener highlights their potential for a successful track and field season, with several athletes showing readiness to compete at a high level.