HIGHLIGHTS – Tyson Invitational

Sprints

Gabrielle Matthews led the way in the women’s 60m dash, capturing first place overall with a personal record of 7.19, elevating her from No. 7 to No. 5 on the program’s all-time performance list. 

Wanya McCoy found his way into the 60m finals where he placed fifth overall with a 6.64 as Justin Braun led the Gators in the men’s 400m, placing third amongst all competitors with a 45.82.

Jumps

Temoso Masikane led the Gators in the men’s long jump, winning the event with a leap of 8.11m / 26’7.25″. His second attempt held the top spot through the final round, moving him to No. 5 on the program’s all-time list. Luke Stradley joined Masikane on the podium, finishing third overall with a personal best 7.75m / 25’5.25″.

HIGHLIGHTS – David Hemery Valentine Invitational

Four Gators completed their run in Boston, as the men’s competition came to a wrap Friday night. 

Oussama Allaoui delivered a historic performance in the mile, posting a personal best time of 3:57.47 to move to No. 3 on the program’s all time performance list. Competing in just his second indoor meet of the season, the freshman made a significant leap in the record books after previously sitting at No. 8. 

Riley Smith also etched his name near the top of the record books, recording a personal best 7:50.47 in the men’s 3000m to claim the No. 2 spot on the program’s all time list. A new Gator also made his debut in Geofrey Ronoh, who crossed the finish line in 8:17.42 in the men’s 3000m.

In the men’s 5000m, Jonathan Leon secured a personal best time of 13:59.15, earning the No. 4 position on the program’s all time performance list with his sub-14 minute effort.

UP NEXT

The Tyson Invitational will continue Saturday, February 14 at 11:45 a.m. EST on SECN+ with live results available on Flash Results.

Seven women will take the track at the David Hemery Valentine Invitational in Boston on Saturday, February 14 at 4:05 p.m. EST on FloTrack with live results available on Lancer Timing. 

Kelvin Cheruiyot makes his way to the Husky Classic on Saturday, February 14 for the men’s 5000m at 2:10 p.m. EST. Live results will be available on PNFTO.

 

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