Southeastern Louisiana University's track and field teams wrapped up the Southland Outdoor Championships with three medals, including two on the final day. Onyah Favour stood out, securing gold in the women's 200-meter dash with a personal best of 23.19 seconds and silver in the 400-meter dash with a record-breaking time of 51.25 seconds. Additionally, the women's 4x400-meter relay team earned a bronze medal while also setting a program record. The men's team finished 10th, and the women's team ended in ninth out of 12. In total, the weekend showcased impressive performances as several athletes solidified their placement for the NCAA East First Round.

By the Numbers
  • Onyah Favour's 200-meter gold marked her first outdoor medal in that event.
  • The women's 4x400-meter relay team clocked a record time of 3:39.17.
  • Daniel Atinaya achieved a personal best of 46.84 seconds in the 400-meter dash.
State of Play
  • The women's track team finished ninth, while the men's team placed 10th overall.
  • Southeastern athletes are now focused on qualifying for the NCAA East First Round, taking place later this month.
What's Next

The upcoming NCAA East First Round starts on May 27 in Lexington, KY, where athletes with qualifying times will compete. Favour’s performance positions her strongly for a successful postseason.

Bottom Line

The SLU track and field teams demonstrated resilience and skill, highlighted by record-breaking performances, setting up a competitive stage for the NCAA East First Round.