The Gardner-Webb University track and field team delivered impressive performances on the second day of the Myrtle Beach Collegiate Challenge. Highlights included a seventh-place finish for sophomore Nico Phillips in the men’s 200 meters (22.10 seconds) and an eighth-place finish for senior Noah Meadows (22.22 seconds). Sophomore Nathan Cremin secured third in the men’s 400 meters with a time of 48.60 seconds, while junior Jessica Perriello won the women’s 1500 meters in 4:40. Freshmen Emily Leatherman and Megan Devanny excelled in the women’s 3000 meters, finishing second and fourth, respectively. The team also achieved success in the discus throw, with junior Quentin Peterson and sophomore Zoie Johnson taking first place in the men’s and women’s events.
- Nico Phillips: 7th place in men’s 200 meters (22.10 seconds)
- Junior Quentin Peterson: 1st in men’s discus (53.27 meters)
- Junior Jessica Perriello: 1st in women’s 1500 meters (4:40)
- Emily Leatherman: 2nd in women’s 3000 meters (10:44)
Yes, But
Despite the strong performances, the competition at the collegiate level remains fierce, and maintaining consistency across future events will be essential for Gardner-Webb’s success.
State of Play
- The team has shown significant improvement in individual events, signifying strong training and potential.
- Gardner-Webb will next compete at the Weems Baskin Invitational in Columbia, S.C.
As the season progresses, Gardner-Webb will aim to build on their recent successes at the upcoming Weems Baskin Invitational, focusing on both individual and relay events to optimize performance…