FARGO, N.D. — The University of Jamestown men's track and field team opened their indoor season Friday and Saturday at the NDSU Alumni Classic, posting competitive marks across sprint, hurdle, jump, and throw events.
Competing against strong regional competition, the Jimmies showed depth and talent throughout the meet.
Sprint and Hurdle Highlights
Freshman Conrad Baard placed 28th in the 60 Meters Preliminaries with a time of 7.51 seconds and added a 14th-place finish in the 400 Meters at 58.80 seconds. Senior Cael Church secured 12th place in the 400 Meters, crossing the line in 53.29 seconds. Freshman Andrew Rexin posted a 5th-place finish in the 60 Hurdles with a time of 9.72 seconds.
Jumping Events
Junior Ashton Judge had a strong showing in the Long Jump, placing 4th with a leap of 6.70 meters (21'11.75"). Freshman Matthew Hoppe placed 13th in the Long Jump at 6.24 meters (20'5.75"). Sophomore Jayden Bittner contributed two top-20 finishes, placing 16th in the Long Jump (6.11 meters / 20'0.5") and 5th in the Triple Jump with a mark of 12.59 meters (41'3.75").
Pole Vault and Throws
Freshman Brady Crabtree finished 6th in the Pole Vault with a vault of 4.22 meters (13'10"). Sophomore Evan Schmit earned 10th place in the Shot Put at 14.58 meters (47'10") and 12th in the Weight Throw with a mark of 14.95 meters (49'0.75").
WHATS NEXT?
The Jimmies will return on January 15 to compete in Aberdeen, S.D., at the Northern State Dual.
