Tulane Track and Field Heads to Doc Anderson Invitational
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tulane University’s track and field team is set to compete at the Doc Anderson Multi & Invitational in Troy, Alabama, on Friday and Saturday, April 4-5. The meet, hosted by the Troy Trojans, will take place at the Jesse H. Colley Track.
Event Schedule and Participating Teams
The meet begins Friday at 11 a.m. with the men’s hammer throw and concludes at 5:15 p.m. with the men’s and women’s 200m and 5000m races. Saturday’s events start at 10 a.m. with the decathlon and end at 6:25 p.m. with the women’s 4x400m relay.
In addition to Tulane and host Troy, the competition will include teams from Alabama State, Alabama-Huntsville, Auburn Montgomery, Huntingdon College, Marion Military Institute, Mercer, Miles College, Montevallo, spring Hill, Thomas University, Tuskegee, UAB, and West Florida, totaling 14 programs.
Green Wave’s Recent Success
Tulane is coming off a strong performance at the North Carolina State’s Raleigh Relays,highlighted by two school records and a first-place finish. Janae Dean won the 800m with a record-breaking time of 2:04.30, earning her American Athletic Conference Women’s Track Athlete of the Week honors. Blezzin Kimutai also set a new Tulane record in the outdoor 5000m,finishing in 15:54.12.
Looking Ahead: South Florida Invitational
Following the Doc Anderson Invitational, tulane will travel to Tampa, Florida, to participate in the South Florida Invitational on April 11-12. The competition will be held at the USF Track & Field Stadium.
When and where will Tulane compete after the Doc Anderson Invitational?
Tulane Track and Field Heads to Doc Anderson Invitational
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tulane University’s track and field team is set to compete at the Doc Anderson Multi & Invitational in Troy, Alabama, on Friday and Saturday, April 4-5. The meet, hosted by the Troy Trojans,will take place at the Jesse H. Colley Track.
Event Schedule and Participating Teams
The meet begins Friday at 11 a.m. with the men’s hammer throw and concludes at 5:15 p.m. with the men’s and women’s 200m and 5000m races. Saturday’s events start at 10 a.m. with the decathlon and end at 6:25 p.m. with the women’s 4x400m relay.
Along with Tulane and host troy, the competition will include teams from Alabama State, Alabama-huntsville, Auburn Montgomery, Huntingdon College, Marion Military Institute, Mercer, Miles College, Montevallo, spring Hill, Thomas University, tuskegee, UAB, and West Florida, totaling 14 programs.
Green Wave’s Recent Success
Tulane is coming off a strong performance at the North Carolina State’s Raleigh Relays,highlighted by two school records and a first-place finish. Janae Dean won the 800m with a record-breaking time of 2:04.30, earning her American Athletic Conference Women’s Track Athlete of the week honors. Blezzin Kimutai also set a new Tulane record in the outdoor 5000m,finishing in 15:54.12.
looking Ahead: South Florida Invitational
following the Doc Anderson Invitational, tulane will travel to Tampa, Florida, to participate in the South Florida Invitational on April 11-12. The competition will be held at the USF Track & Field Stadium.
Q&A: Doc Anderson Invitational
Q: Where is the Doc Anderson Invitational being held?
A: The meet is at the Jesse H.Colley Track in Troy, Alabama, hosted by Troy University.
Q: What events are taking place?
A: The meet includes a variety of track and field events, starting with the men’s hammer throw on Friday and culminating in the women’s 4x400m relay on Saturday.Key events include the 200m, 5000m, and decathlon.
Q: Which teams are competing?
A: Besides Tulane and Troy, the meet will feature teams from Alabama State, Alabama-Huntsville, Auburn Montgomery, Huntingdon College, Marion Military Institute, Mercer, Miles College, Montevallo, Spring Hill, Thomas University, Tuskegee, UAB, and West Florida.
Q: What was Tulane’s recent performance?
A: Tulane had a accomplished run at the Raleigh Relays,with Janae Dean winning the 800m and Blezzin Kimutai setting a new school record in the 5000m.
Q: What’s next for Tulane after this meet?
A: Tulane will compete at the South Florida Invitational in Tampa, florida, on April 11-12.
Q: What’s the best way to follow Tulane’s progress?
A: Check the Tulane Athletics website or social media for live results and updates during the Doc Anderson Invitational and the upcoming South Florida Invitational! You can also search online for results from the meet.
Cheer on the Green Wave as they compete in the Doc Anderson Invitational and beyond!
