UC Irvine women's indoor track and field team is gearing up for the MPSF Championships on March 1-2 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. This marks their final visit to Reno this season, with 27 Anteaters competing in 16 events. They aim to build on momentum from breaking multiple indoor records throughout the season, showcasing impressive individual performances.

By the Numbers
  • Four indoor school records set by the Anteaters in as many meets this season.
  • Aoife Hernon clocked a 400m time of 54.23, breaking the previous record by 0.58 seconds.
  • Five current Anteaters rank in the all-time top-10 for high jump and pole vault.
State of Play
  • Halle Sutherland was named MPSF Athlete of the Week after breaking a school record in the 200m.
  • Aoife Hernon leads in the 400m and 4x400 relay while being fourth in the 200m.
  • Upcoming competitions include the NCAA Indoor Championships after the MPSF meet.
What's Next

Following the MPSF Championships, individual qualifiers will compete at the NCAA Indoor Championships in Arkansas on March 13-14. They will also kick off the outdoor season at the Beach Opener in Long Beach on March 6-7.

Bottom Line

The Anteaters are in strong form heading into the MPSF Championships, with several athletes breaking school records this season. Spectacular individual performances could lead to substantial team success and pave the way for further achievements in upcoming national competitions.