CEDAR CITY, Utah – Southern Utah once again delivered strong results at both the Battle Barn Classic and Mountain State Games. The Thunderbirds gained valuable experience as they prepare for the WAC Indoor Track & Field Championships.
Head Coach Eric Houle Said
"Had some outstanding performances at Idaho State and the University of Reno this weekend in the triple jump, long jump, women's 800 meters, and women's weight throw. They are developing and gaining valuable competitive experience."
Battle Barn Classic
Results of the Battle Barn Classic can be found here.
Battle Barn Classic Recap and Results
Men's Track & Field
Southern Utah University's men's team turned in a strong showing, highlighted by multiple victories and a relay title. Ashton Miller ran the 200m in 21.40, which is seventh all-time. Jaedyn Carpenter led the way with a dominant performance, showcasing an impressive 200-meter time of 21.45 seconds and the 400 meters in 47.08 to cap off SUU's sprint group. Kadan Allen added another first-place finish by capturing the 800 meters in 1:53.71, edging a competitive field. The Thunderbirds finished the weekend by winning the 4×400 relay in 3:15.56, finishing off one of the more complete results of the indoor season for Southern Utah.
Women's Track & Field
The Southern Utah women produced several standout performances while competing against a deep regional field, highlighted by strong efforts in the hurdles and relays. Iana Graham recorded a time of 8.87 in the 60-meter hurdles, ranking seventh on SUU's all-time indoor list, while Sydney Gibson followed closely with an 8.88, which stands eighth all-time. The Thunderbirds also closed the meet on a high note as the 4×400 relay team posted a 3:56.
Mountain State Games
Results of the Mountain State Games can be found here.
Mountain State Games Recap and Results
Men's Track & Field
Isley Gutierrez led the way with a first-place finish in the 60-meter hurdles, winning in 8.05 seconds, while Tyler Myrup added a third-place showing in 8.23, which is tenth all-time. Freshman Kyler Helt turned in a personal-best 6.97 in the 60 meters to place 11th. In the middle distances, Tyler Saunders ran 1:53.80 in the 800 and added a 4:15.64 mile, while Ezra Nelson posted a personal-best 4:15.27 in the mile. In the field, Divin Kalanga highlighted SUU's efforts with a third-place finish in the long jump at 6.80 meters and an eighth-place mark in the high jump. The Thunderbirds also received solid performances in the throws, led by Mason Gooder, who placed ninth in the shot put with a personal-best 14.80 meters.
Women's Track & Field
The Southern Utah women were led by a strong weekend from freshman Aspen Hacker, who placed second in the 800 meters with a personal-best 2:15.59 and followed with a third-place finish in the mile in 5:00.07. In the field events, Timmia Rucks recorded multiple highlights, finishing sixth in the long jump at 5.45 meters and placing third in the triple jump with a personal-best 11.29 meters, while also running 7.93 in the 60 meters. Sophomore Chloe Bingham added a fifth-place showing in the high jump at 1.61 meters. The Thunderbirds' throwing group was paced by Brooke Lynch, who placed 11th in the weight throw with a mark of 15.83 meters. SUU closed the meet with a solid effort in the 4×400 relay, as the team of Taylor Jorgensen, Rachel Crosby, Isabella Evans, and Hacker finished in 4:10.80.
Up Next
The Thunderbirds will prepare for the WAC Indoor Track & Field Championships, scheduled for Feb. 27–28 in Spokane, Washington.
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