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CRC Pre-Holiday Multis: The Emporia State Hornets started strong at the CRC Pre-Holiday Multis in Colorado Springs, earning two NCAA Division II provisional qualifiers on the first day of the event.
The competition brought together talented athletes from different universities, and Emporia State’s athletes showed impressive skills, determination, and teamwork.
For many of them, this meet is an important step toward larger national competitions, and their performance on day one has already set a positive tone.
Women’s Pentathlon: Strong Results for Emporia State
CRC Pre-Holiday Multis: The Hornets shined in the women’s pentathlon, where athletes compete in five events: hurdles, high jump, shot put, long jump, and the 800m run.
Two Emporia State athletes earned provisional qualifiers, meaning their scores meet the NCAA’s early standards for national competition consideration.
Top Performers
- Isabella Davie finished fourth overall with 3,411 points, earning a provisional mark. Her best moment came in the final event, the 800m, where she ran 2:29.07 and moved up four places.
- Lou Dumas placed sixth with 3,315 points. She started the day strong by winning the 60m hurdles in 8.88 seconds and holding second place for most of the competition. A slower 800m time of 2:57.97 pushed her to sixth place.
Other Notable Results
- Ava Markley finished tenth with 3,048 points, with her best event being the 800m, where she clocked 2:32.36.
- Scarlett Begley followed closely in 11th place with 3,039 points. She performed especially well in the high jump, clearing 1.61m, the second-best height of the day.
Women’s Pentathlon Summary
| Athlete | Total Points | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Isabella Davie | 3,411 (Provisional) | 3rd in 800m with 2:29.07 |
| Lou Dumas | 3,315 (Provisional) | Won 60m hurdles in 8.88 |
| Ava Markley | 3,048 | 4th in 800m with 2:32.36 |
| Scarlett Begley | 3,039 | 2nd in high jump with 1.61m |
Men’s Heptathlon: Close Race at the Top
CRC Pre-Holiday Multis: The men’s heptathlon includes seven events over two days. Emporia State’s Luke Grace had a strong first day and is currently in second place.
Luke Grace Leads the Way
Grace scored 3,021 points and is just 69 points behind the leader. He performed especially well in the jumping events:
- Won the high jump with 2.00m
- Finished second in the long jump with 7.13m
With three events still remaining, he has a strong chance to move into first place.
Other Hornet Performances
- Luke Hampl is in 13th place with 2,428 points, showing balanced efforts across all events.
- John Henry sits in 17th place with 2,099 points, achieving personal records in the long jump and shot put.
- Jonah Remsberg had to exit the competition after fouling in the long jump.
CRC Pre-Holiday Multis: The first day of the CRC Pre-Holiday Multis proved to be an exciting and successful one for Emporia State University.
With two provisional qualifiers in the women’s pentathlon and a strong push from Luke Grace in the men’s heptathlon, the Hornets are showing they are ready for national-level challenges.
The team’s steady improvement and competitive spirit highlight their commitment to excellence as they prepare for day two. Their performance not only builds momentum but also inspires confidence as they look ahead to future NCAA events.