**Harrisonburg, Virginia:** The excitement is palpable as James Madison University’s track and field team showcases their remarkable talent at the **Sun Belt Conference Outdoor Track & Field Championship** held at Sentara Park. On day two of this thrilling event, **Holly Mpassy** and **Jordyn Henderson** emerged as the stars of the show, qualifying for the finals in their respective events.
### Stellar Performances
**Holly Mpassy** dominated the **400-meter dash**, clocking in at an impressive **53.86 seconds**—just shy of her personal record of **53.79**, set earlier at UCF’s Black and Gold Invitational. Meanwhile, **Jordyn Henderson** showcased her hurdles prowess with a time of **13.51 seconds** in the **100-meter hurdles**, securing both second in her heat and third overall. She finished behind **Amanda Kinloch** of Coastal Carolina and Georgia Southern’s **Leonaya Knox**.
### Current Standings
As the championship unfolds, **Texas State** currently leads the scoreboards with **60 points**, followed closely by **South Alabama** with **52 points**. In contrast, JMU is in **12th place** with a mere **six points**, highlighting the competitive nature of the event:
#### Women’s Team Standings
1. **Texas State** – 60
2. **South Alabama** – 52
3. **Arkansas State** – 50
4. **Louisiana** – 39
5. **App State** – 22
6. **Georgia Southern** – 19
7. **Coastal Carolina** – 16 (Tied)
8. **Southern Miss** – 16 (Tied)
9. **Troy** – 13
10. **ULM** – 10
11. **Marshall** – 9
12. **James Madison** – 6
### Performances to Note
**Izzy Greene** shone brightly in the **3,000-meter steeplechase**, finishing in tenth place with a remarkable personal best of **11:12.10**. Her teammate, **Kristin Giordano**, also dazzled, recording a personal best of **11:24.36** to finish 14th.
In the **shot put**, **Ryann Bennett** showcased her strength by topping the first flight with a throw of **12.56 meters (41-2.5)**, ultimately placing 11th overall. **Hayden Wilkerson**, meanwhile, made waves with a personal best of **11.93 meters (39-1.75)** for a commendable 15th place.
### What’s Next for Duke Athletes
The excitement continues! The final day of the championship kicks off at noon, featuring thrilling events such as the **men’s triple jump** and **women’s discus**. Fans can catch the live action on ESPN+ starting at **4 p.m.** with the **women’s 4×100-meter relays**.
As James Madison University’s track and field athletes push themselves to new heights, the spirit of competition and determination shines bright. Will they secure more points and climb the leaderboard? Stay tuned for the thrilling conclusion to this championship!
