Marshall University track and field athletes had a standout performance on Day Two of the Sun Belt Conference Outdoor Championships, breaking three school records. Gabriel Urraca earned a silver medal in Men's Shot Put with a throw of 18.08 meters, marking a historic first for the program. Junior Kylan Overstreet set a new record in the 110m Hurdles with a time of 14.18, while Bay'Andria Hodges broke the 100m record with a 11.46 finish, advancing to finals on Saturday.

By the Numbers
  • Gabriel Urraca's shot put throw of 18.08m is the first-ever over 18m in program history and secured him 8 points.
  • Kylan Overstreet's 110m Hurdles time of 14.18 breaks a record set in 2000.
  • Bay'Andria Hodges’ record time of 11.46 surpasses the previous mark of 11.49 from 2015.
State of Play
  • Urraca leads the team with a historic performance in shot put.
  • Multiple athletes have qualified for finals in various events, including the 100m and 100m Hurdles.
  • Markayla Moore completed her career with a 5th place finish in shot put, scoring 4 points for the team.
What's Next

The competition continues with finals on Saturday, where several Herd athletes, including Hodges and Overstreet, will compete for additional medals and points. Expectations remain high as the team looks to improve their standings in the championship.

Bottom Line

Marshall's impressive record-breaking performances highlight the growing strength of their track and field program, setting a tone for future competitions and establishing a legacy of excellence.