Western Illinois University Leathernecks Women's Track & Field
Recent News About Western Illinois University Leathernecks Women's Track & Field
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WIU Track & Field strengthens roster with 11 new athletes for 2025
WIU Track & Field has announced the addition of 11 new athletes to its 2025 roster, including two mid-year transfers and nine signees.
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Leatherneck Track & Field excels at Iowa State Classic
The Leatherneck Track and Field team showcased strong performances at the Iowa State Classic, securing several podium finishes.
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WIU track and field team competes at Meyo Invitational
The Western Illinois University (WIU) Track and Field team participated in the Meyo Invitational at Notre Dame, Indiana.
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Western Illinois track team excels at Hawkeye Invite
The Western Illinois Track and Field team showcased notable performances at the Hawkeye Invite in Iowa City.
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Western Illinois Track & Field signs five recruits for 2025 class
The Western Illinois Track & Field team has signed five new recruits for their 2025 class, as announced on National Signing Day.
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WIU Women's Track & Field triumphs at Cougar Alumni Open
The WIU Women's Track & Field team secured a first-place finish at the Cougar Alumni Open on Friday night, achieving a total of 136 points.
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Western Illinois University hires new coaches for women's bowling, track & field/cross country
Western Illinois University (WIU) Athletics has announced the hiring of three new coaches for its women's bowling and track and field/cross country programs.
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Western Illinois teams excel at OVC meet; women place third, men tie for fifth
The Western Illinois University track and field teams performed well at the Ohio Valley Conference Indoor Meet over the weekend. The women's team secured a third-place finish with 114 points, while the men's team tied for fifth place, scoring 55 points.
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Colleen Johnson honored as OVC Female Freshman Athlete of the Week
Western Illinois University's Colleen Johnson has been recognized for her outstanding performance in track and field. The freshman athlete achieved a personal best in the pole vault at the Iowa State Alumni Invitational, clearing a height of 12 feet, 2.5 inches. This achievement not only secured her victory in the event but also tied her for the fifth-best pole vault in the history of Western Illinois women's program.
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Aliyah Adams earns OVC recognition after strong Drake Relays showing
After a successful performance at the Drake Relays, Aliyah Adams from Western Illinois University has been recognized by the Ohio Valley Conference as the Female Co-Field Athlete of the Week.
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Western Illinois athletes excel at Drake Relays with strong performances
The Western Illinois track and field program has shown significant progress in recent years. Once having only one qualifier for the Drake Relays, the Leathernecks recently had a travel party of 28 athletes at the event in Des Moines.
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Renee Raglin honored as OVC female field athlete of the week
Renee Raglin has been recognized for her performance in outdoor track and field. The sophomore from Alton, Illinois was named the Ohio Valley Conference Female Field Athlete of the Week following her participation in the SIUE Cougar Classic.
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Aliyah Adams honored as OVC Indoor Field Athlete of the Week
Western Illinois University athlete Aliyah Adams has been recognized for her outstanding performance in the indoor track and field season. She was named the Ohio Valley Conference's Indoor Field Athlete of the Week following her achievements at the Jimmy Grant Invitational.
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Western Illinois excels at Drake Relays with record-breaking performances
The Western Illinois track and field teams participated in the Drake Relays and the Kip Janvrin Invite over the weekend, achieving notable performances. The Leathernecks recorded a victory at the Drake Relays, set a school record, and achieved an NCAA DI Regional qualifying mark.
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Western Illinois track teams aim for new records at Drake Relays
The Western Illinois track and field teams are set to compete in two major events this week. They will participate in the 113th Drake Relays in Des Moines, Iowa, scheduled for April 27th and 29th, 2023. Simultaneously, both the men's and women's teams will also take part in the Kip Janvrin Open at Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa on April 27-28.
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Summit League honors athletes from Kansas City, Oral Roberts, Western Illinois
Kansas City, Oral Roberts, and Western Illinois athletes were recognized in the Summit League TicketSmarter Outdoor Track and Field Peak Performer of the Week awards. The announcement was made by league officials on Tuesday.
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Western Illinois athletes shine at Meet of Champions
The Western Illinois track and field teams participated in the Meet of Champions at Augustana College in Rock Island. The event took place last Friday, showcasing notable performances from several athletes.
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Western Illinois prepares for competition amid cancellations
The Western Illinois track and field teams are set to compete at the Meet of Champions in Rock Island on Friday. Initially, the Leathernecks were scheduled to participate in Iowa City on Saturday, but the Musco Twilight Invite was canceled due to bad weather.