Collins breaks 22-year old school record as Tigers open indoor season at Commoore Challange

SEWANEE, Tenn. – Sewanee sent five members of its indoor track and field team to compete at the Vanderbilt Commodore Challenge on Saturday in Nashville, Tenn., with the Tigers posting several top-10 finishes and a new program record.

In the 5,000 meters, Jack Collins delivered one of the day's highlights with a ninth-place finish in 15:25.06, setting a new school record in his first collegiate indoor meet. The previous record was a 22-year-old record set in 2003.

Christian Myers turned in a strong performance in the mile, finishing ninth overall in 4:30.46—a time that now ranks sixth all-time in Sewanee history.

In the field events, Sam Leonard tied for ninth in the high jump after clearing 1.80 meters.

Freshman Gracie Schmidt opened her collegiate career with a 45.95 in the 300 meters, placing fifth in her heat.

The Tigers officially open their season on Jan. 18 at the KMS Invitational in Birmingham, Ala.

Print Friendly Version

Players Mentioned

Gracie Schmidt: Freshman

Sam Leonard: 6' 1"; Senior

Jack Collins: Freshman

Christian Myers: Freshman

Players Mentioned

Gracie Schmidt
: Freshman

Sam Leonard
: 6' 1"; Senior

Jack Collins
: Freshman

Christian Myers
: Freshman