At the John McDonnell Invitational in Fayetteville, the Central Arkansas track and field team showcased impressive performances, highlighted by four top-five finishes, including a gold medal and two new school records. Kayli Myers placed third in the women's 5000-meter run, while the 4x100 relay team secured first place. Zoe Williams broke her own school record in the 100-meter hurdles, and Symone Quiles set a new record in the 400-meter hurdles. The Bears are gaining momentum as they prepare for the ASUN Championships.

By the Numbers
  • Zoe Williams' winning time of 13.50 seconds in the 100-meter hurdles broke her previous school record by 0.08 seconds.
  • Symone Quiles' time of 1:01.07 in the 400-meter hurdles topped a record that had stood since 2019.
  • The 4x100 relay team completed the race in 44.77 seconds, securing first place.
State of Play
  • Central Arkansas had several standout performances, contributing to two new school records.
  • As they head towards the postseason, the team is set to compete in the Music City Outdoor Meet on May 1.
What's Next

The Central Arkansas team will participate in the Music City Invitational next week, serving as their final opportunity to fine-tune their performances before the ASUN Championships.

Bottom Line

The Bears are building confidence with strong performances and new records, positioning themselves favorably for the upcoming ASUN Championships and securing NCAA qualifications.