Cavaliers Set to Soar at the Raleigh Relays: What to Watch
Get Ready for an Exciting Weekend!
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The Virginia men’s and women’s track and field teams are primed and ready for the second meet of the outdoor season, as they make their way to the highly-anticipated Raleigh Relays at the world-class Paul Derr Track & Field Facility on the NC State campus. Running from Thursday, March 27 through Saturday, March 29, athletes are eager to showcase their talent and chase victory under the Carolina sun.
How to Follow the Action
Fans won’t miss a moment of the excitement! Live results will be available on VirginiaSports.com and through the official Twitter account @UVAtfcc for real-time updates.
Thursday Events Start: 9:30 a.m. (Men’s Javelin)
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Friday Events Start: 9:45 a.m. (Women’s Discus)
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- Saturday Events Start: 9:30 a.m. (Men’s Hammer)
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A Legacy of Performance in Raleigh
The Cavaliers have made their mark in Raleigh over the years, consistently pushing the boundaries of excellence. In the past four years alone, they’ve set an impressive three facility records and three meet records. Notable feats include Margot Appleton’s record-breaking performance in the 1500 meters and Ashley Anumba’s triumph in the discus in 2023. Just two years prior, Michaela Meyer also etched her name into the history books, establishing new records in the 800 meters.
Last season was a standout for the Cavaliers, with Will Anthony claiming victory in the men’s 10,000 meters with a stunning time of 28:21.93, smashing the previous program record by nearly 20 seconds! Team-mate Gary Martin electrified the crowd too, crossing the line in 13:31.51 in the 5,000 meters, not only breaking the Virginia record but doing so with an impressive surge in the final stretch.
A Stronghold in Distance Events
The Cavaliers have consistently dominated distance events, including a remarkable showing at the last Raleigh Relays where they secured four of the top five spots in the men’s 1500 meters. Conor Murphy showcased his prowess with a personal best of 3:39.75, edging out his teammate Gary Martin, who also achieved a record-breaking time.
The women’s side shone brightly as well. Jenny Schilling obliterated a 36-year-old school record in the 10,000 meters with a time of 32:44.19, while Appleton not only starred in the 5000 meters but emerged as the new record holder in that event, flashing across the finish line in 15:18.21.
Meet Records Galore
The 2023 Raleigh Relays witnessed Ashley Anumba’s spectacular discus throw of 59.37m (194-9), cementing victory with an undeniable flair. Meanwhile, the women’s 4x100m relay team sprinted to the forefront, clocking an impressive 44.49.
Not to mention the momentum gained during previous seasons! In 2022, Wes Porter shined in his very first collegiate outdoor season, clinching the 1500 meters with a new personal record of 3:39.73.
The Road Ahead
As the Cavaliers look forward to their upcoming trip to Raleigh, they aim to continue their legacy of success and set new records at the Paul Derr Track & Field Facility this weekend. The three-day event will feature not just exhilarating races but a showcase of talent that emphasizes the depth and determination of this storied program.
What’s next for the Cavaliers? Virginia will return to host the Virginia Grand Prix at Lannigan Field on April 4-5, promising even more thrilling action as they continue to strive for excellence.
Stay tuned as Virginia embarks on another exciting chapter in their outdoor season, eager to bring home more achievements and become the talk of the town!
