Seth Ireland secured a spot at the NAIA Indoor National Championships with a "B" standard shot put throw of 16.09 meters, placing third in the event at Indiana Wesleyan. Teammate Gabe Wedmore also achieved a "B" standard, winning the shot put with a 16.34-meter throw, further solidifying his leading position in the River States Conference. Additional team highlights included a new school record in the 4x800 meter relay and individual records by Jeremiah Miles and Jackson Money in their respective events.

By the Numbers
  • Seth Ireland's shot put throw: 16.09 meters
  • Gabe Wedmore's shot put throw: 16.34 meters
  • 4x800 meter relay team time: 8:11.86
  • Jeremiah Miles' 1,000 meters time: 2:40.07
  • Jackson Money's high jump: 1.84 meters
Yes, But

While the Cougars enjoyed a successful weekend, the need for athletes to achieve qualifying marks adds pressure as they prepare for the upcoming conference meet. This new rule may impact how the team selects its participants for various events.

State of Play
  • The Cougars split their competition among three meets, showcasing their depth and talent.
  • Upcoming challenges include a critical competition at Grand Valley State University next weekend.
What's Next

The Cougars will compete at Grand Valley State next weekend, aiming to secure additional qualifying marks and prepare effectively for the conference meet.

Bottom Line

With impressive individual and team performances, the IU Kokomo Cougars are positioned well for upcoming competitions, but they must navigate new qualifying rules to optimize their lineup for success at the conference meet.