Sonoma State University’s track and field team made some noise at their most recent meet, with standout finishes and amazing performances across several events. From the 3000-meter run to the high jump – SSU athletes brought their A-game, showing both determination and skill on the track.
The women’s 3000-meter run saw two impressive runs from Constance O’Neal and Sophie Rodriguez, who finished fifth and sixth in an extremely competitive field of 19 runners. The 1500-meter run saw the same duo compete for top ten spots in another competitive field. O’Neal and Rodriguez finished ninth and tenth in a 27-person race, again showing their consistency as they held together throughout the race. Their performances illustrate just how consistent Sonoma State’s middle-distance runners are.
The women’s hammer throw event was another area where SSU excelled, with three student-athletes placing within the top ten. Kyra Togni, Tesa Liufau and Melina Jones all posted strong throws, securing spots among the best in the field. Their collective effort tells alot about the depth and strength of SSU’s throwing program.
In the women’s javelin throw, Rebecca Hampton secured a third-place finish with a throw of 32.09 meters. Her performance was a bright spot for the team and demonstrated her skill and precision in one of the more technical throwing events.
The women’s pole vault competition saw Katie Snedden making a massive statement, earning herself a third place spot while competing against a stacked UCSB pole vaulting squad that is riddled with talent. Her performance under the pressure of a dominating team shows the athleticism Snedden possesses while she finished as the only non Santa Barbara athlete within the top five.
But one of the evening’s most noteworthy accomplishments was in the women’s high jump event. Amber Walker leaped into second place, showing a brilliant jump that earned her a top 3 position. Close behind her in the standings was Jazmine Severo, who worked her way to a third-place finish. Together, they secured two top-three spots for Sonoma State. The high jump team’s success was a testament to their skill, rounding out a nice performance for SSU’s track and field team
Overall, this past meet demonstrated the incredible talents of the Sonoma State women’s track team. With standout individual performances, SSU placed fourth out of ten on the day just barely behind third place Westmont.
