The Lafayette track and field teams kicked off the Patriot League Championships with strong performances, securing two school records and two medals. The men's team currently ranks fifth, while the women's team sits at seventh. Key highlights include a school-record breaking 4x800-meter relay and individual successes in hurdles, vault, and throws.

By the Numbers
  • The men's 4x800-meter relay finished with a record time of 7:33.09.
  • Junior John Liedtka tied the school record in the 110-meter hurdles with a time of 14.42 seconds.
  • Senior Benjamin Hill secured a bronze with a pole vault of 16' 3.5".
  • Senior Bobby McClosky earned bronze in the javelin with a throw of 214' 4".
State of Play
  • The men's team is in fifth position, while the women's team is in seventh at halftime of the championships.
  • A total of eight new performances were added to the Lafayette All-Time Top 10.
  • Several athletes have qualified for finals, including Kaseme Leckie in both the 100 and 200 meters.
What's Next

Competition resumes on Saturday morning at 9 a.m., where athletes will look to further improve standings and potentially secure more medals.

Bottom Line

The Leopards' strong start at the championships is a promising sign for future events, with multiple athletes positioned to add to their medal count and school records. The teams' performances thus far highlight their competitive edge and depth.