The SUU Track and Field teams are set to compete at their last Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Championship in Arlington, Texas, from May 14-16. After a strong performance at the Coliseum Championships, Coach Eric Houle’s teams are looking to wrap up their WAC experience with notable results. Key athletes include Richard Crane, who excelled in the 800 meters, and Kimberly Winward, who led the women’s side.

By the Numbers
  • Richard Crane won the 800 meters with a time of 1:52.18.
  • Kimberly Winward clinched the women's 800 meters with a finish of 2:13.63.
  • Logan Peel recorded a victory in the 3,000 meters with a time of 8:27.67.
  • The Thunderbirds secured relay victories in both the 4x100 meter (40.68) and 4x400 meter (3:17.09).
Yes, But

The Thunderbirds face tough competition at the WAC Championships, including teams such as Abilene Christian and Utah Valley, which could challenge their dominance in various events.

State of Play
  • The WAC Championships will bring together multiple schools looking to assert their dominance in track and field.
  • SUU is coming off impressive results, aiming to build on their recent momentum.
What's Next

As SUU competes in the WAC Championships, success could lead to further recognition and potential qualifiers for national-level competitions ahead.

Bottom Line

The SUU Track and Field teams are poised to conclude their tenure in the WAC with a strong showing, leveraging recent successes to inspire high performance among athletes as they aim for notable finishes in Arlington.