Lubbock Christian University's track and field teams competed at the Greyhound Open in New Mexico and the Bryan Clay Invitational in California. Olivia Weider set a new program record and earned a provisional mark in the 3000-meter steeplechase, finishing with a time of 10:53.80. In New Mexico, Shelby Robinson was the top finisher for LCU in the discus, placing fifth, while Aiden Zingone led the men's team with a victory in the steeplechase event. Freshman Matilda Galvan and Esperanza Cruz also had notable performances in the field events. As the season nears its conclusion, LCU is preparing for the Michael Johnson Invite next weekend.

By the Numbers
  • Olivia Weider's record time: 10:53.80 in the 3000-meter steeplechase.
  • Shelby Robinson's best discus throw: 39.51 meters, placing fifth.
  • Aiden Zingone's steeplechase time: 10:12.25, marked as the third-best of his career.
  • Matilda Galvan's triple jump: 11.30 meters, placing sixth.
State of Play
  • Competition took place at two events, with LCU excelling in both field and track events.
  • The team is gearing up for two remaining meets prior to the Lone Star Conference Championships.
  • This weekend's event will be hosted by Baylor in Waco, Texas, adding to the competitive landscape.
What's Next

LCU will compete at the Michael Johnson Invite next weekend, aiming to build on recent successes and fine-tune their performance ahead of the Lone Star Conference Championships.

Bottom Line

With a record-setting performance from Weider and strong placements in field events, LCU is poised to continue its momentum in the upcoming competitions, highlighting the team's potential as they approach the conference championships.