Duke / Asics Invitational
The Generals wrapped up finals and headed south to compete in the competitive Duke / Asics Invitational in Durham, North Carolina. 2,000 athletes from 78 schools competed in the meet.
The meet was highlighted by Nathan Johnson in the 3,000m steeplechase. He ran 9:19.21 and was the top D3 finisher and was 7th overall. His time set a new school record and qualified for NCAA national championships.
Also for the men, Andrew Johnson placed 3rd (D3) in the 1500m with a time of 4:10.62. In the same race Jack Jeong placed 5th (D3) in 4:18.94. Steve Chambers was the 5th D3 finisher in the 5,000m in a time of 15:42.52. Chris Walker was the 3rd D3 finisher in the hammer throw with a toss of 108-5
For the women, Sara Behmerwohld led the way with a first place D3 finish in the 100 hurdlers (16.56), she also finished 6th overall. Meredith Walker was the 4th D3 finisher in the 100m (13.59) and was 6th in the 200m (27.97). Mary Christopher finished 3rd (D3) in the 1500m running on conference leading time of 4:57.85
Pictures:
Steve Rivoir finishes strong in the 800m
Wilson Robinson hits the turn in the 400 hurdles
Steve Chambers moves in the 5,000m
Nathan Johnson on his way to a NCAA qualifying steeplechase
Jack Jeong finishing a strong 1500m
AJ on his way to a PR 1500m race
Mary Christopher running a conference leading 1500m time
Meredith Walker running a strong 200m from lane one
Marshall French starting a PR 400m race
Kim Gunst set for the 400m
Larry Clark finishing in the 100m
Sara Behmerwohld off the 10th hurdle
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