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Halaya Woodson, Katee Swope, and Ruth Oliveros-Gallardo
Recap | Salukis wrap up split-squad weekend with positive performances
04/20/2024 | 6:09:00 | Track and Field
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. - Southern Illinois wrapped up its split-squad weekend with some encouraging performances Saturday, April 20. The Salukis sent its top sprinters to the Michael Johnson Invitational at Baylor, and the rest of the team to the Gibson Invitational at Indiana State.
Director of Track and Field Richard Jones was with the team at Baylor. The meet was impacted by cold and rainy weather, which is unusual for Waco, Texas.
"We 'survived' the weekend," Jones said.
Despite the weather and steep competition, some Salukis put together positive marks.
Vashti Grey (56.94) and Bryson Wilson (48.43) both set personal records in the 400-meter dash, while Shavell Riley (11.69) set her own in the 100-meter.
"We have 1 more meet before conference so we would look to rebound and close out the season well," Jones said.
The rest of the team had a fruitful weekend at the Gibson Invitational at Indiana State, and Associate Head Coach Stephani Perkins credited the team's dedication in practice as the reason for success.
Here are the Salukis who achieved season bests and personal records on day two of the Gibson Invitational:
"We've emphasized consistent hard work, intention in training and mental preparation, which are crucial for peaking at the right time," she said.
For a full breakdown of the weekend, check the Meet Results.
UP NEXT
The Salukis will split up once again in their final meet weekend before the Missouri Valley Championships. Some will head to the Penn Relays, others will compete in the Music City Challenge hosted by Vanderbilt University.
FOLLOW THE SALUKIS
For the latest updates on the Salukis, follow the team on X (@SIUTrackXC), Instagram (@SIUTrackXC) and Facebook (@SalukiTrackAndField).
Director of Track and Field Richard Jones was with the team at Baylor. The meet was impacted by cold and rainy weather, which is unusual for Waco, Texas.
"We 'survived' the weekend," Jones said.
Despite the weather and steep competition, some Salukis put together positive marks.
Vashti Grey (56.94) and Bryson Wilson (48.43) both set personal records in the 400-meter dash, while Shavell Riley (11.69) set her own in the 100-meter.
"We have 1 more meet before conference so we would look to rebound and close out the season well," Jones said.
The rest of the team had a fruitful weekend at the Gibson Invitational at Indiana State, and Associate Head Coach Stephani Perkins credited the team's dedication in practice as the reason for success.
Here are the Salukis who achieved season bests and personal records on day two of the Gibson Invitational:
- Kasha Neilly - Women's 100-meter hurdles (15.16, SB)
- Xavier Moore - Men's shot put (12.93m, SB)
- Weston Jokerst - Men's 1500-meter (3:57.45, SB)
- Caleb Massiah - Men's 100-meter dash (10.64, PR)
- Jacob Morrison - Men's 100-meter dash (10.75, PR)
- Jailon Welch - Men's 100Â (10.96, PR)Â and 200-meter dash (23.81, PR)
- Cole Rushing - Men's 100-meter dash (11.07, SB)
- Ansley Bailey - Women's 800-meter (2:12.88, SB)
- James Gaiters - Men's 400-meter hurdles (57.18, PR)
"We've emphasized consistent hard work, intention in training and mental preparation, which are crucial for peaking at the right time," she said.
For a full breakdown of the weekend, check the Meet Results.
UP NEXT
The Salukis will split up once again in their final meet weekend before the Missouri Valley Championships. Some will head to the Penn Relays, others will compete in the Music City Challenge hosted by Vanderbilt University.
FOLLOW THE SALUKIS
For the latest updates on the Salukis, follow the team on X (@SIUTrackXC), Instagram (@SIUTrackXC) and Facebook (@SalukiTrackAndField).
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