The Western Michigan track and field team is set to compete at the Hillsdale Gina Relays on April 17-18. Last weekend, Soniya Jones and Laurine Elisa Marimon achieved school records at the Duke Invitational, with Jones recording a personal best of 11.56 seconds in the 100-meter dash, the top time in the MAC this season, and Marimon capturing the school record in the triple jump with a leap of 12.67 meters, placing second in the MAC. Additionally, Katie Nichols will make her WMU debut in the javelin after previously playing softball for the Broncos.

By the Numbers
  • Soniya Jones: 100m dash PR time of 11.56 seconds, currently the best in the MAC.
  • Laurine Elisa Marimon: Triple jump of 12.67 meters, ranked second in the MAC.
State of Play
  • Western Michigan's track and field team is gaining momentum with new personal records.
  • Katie Nichols joins the team, expanding their roster for the outdoor season.
What's Next

The Broncos will compete at the Hillsdale Gina Relays, where they aim to continue improving their season marks and potentially set more records. Upcoming matches will be crucial for athletes looking to qualify for championship events.

Bottom Line

With record-breaking performances under their belt and a new competitor joining, the Broncos are poised to elevate their track and field season at the Hillsdale Gina Relays, aiming for further successes and standout achievements.