Krysta Stanko 2nd in 1500 - Women's Track With Solid Performances at Olivet Nazarene Spring Meet

GSU Head Men's and Women's Track/Field Coach John Niendorf commented on his women's team performances at the ONU Meet Saturday in Bourbonnais, IL.

"On the women's side, it was another historic day. Krysta Stanko took second place overall in the 1500, running a 4:50. She also ran a 2:22 800, placing 6th overall. Sydney Bonham ran a 5:01, beating her previous best, and then ran a 2:25 800. Kaylee O'Sullivan and Avery Kittl ran 5:06 and 5:12 respectively in the 1500. Sophie Hummitsch, Morgan Pieczynski, Yahaira Rodriguez, Jinni Jimenez, Madison Siergiej, Ava Tomala, Diana Perez, Jennifer Tomasic, and Sophia Perez all hit personal records in the 1500 and 800-meter races. Camila Mendez took 6th overall and ran a personal record of 20:09 in the 5k. Oluwatosin King made her official discus debut today and threw 30.00 meters, placing 10th overall."

"Trinity Bonham, Lanyia Wooden, Jada Cunningham and Alyssa Dillinger both hit pr's in the 200-meter dash. In the 400 Avery Kittl and Laniya Wooden each hit personal bests. Overall, I was excited to see such amazing efforts out of all the athletes today. They all raced tough and there was no fear in the way they went out there and handled their business. I feel that they are getting more confident and learning to race with a lot of pride. I am looking to forward to the next few meets left on the schedule to see how much more these young athletes can grow, " said Coach Niendorf.