UNC Asheville Track and Field Team Prepares for Tennessee Invite

UNC Asheville Track and Field athletes displaying their skills at the Tennessee Invite.

News Summary

The UNC Asheville Track and Field team is set to compete at the Tennessee Invite on April 4-5, 2025. With 42 athletes participating in 17 events, the Bulldogs are on the hunt for more record-breaking performances following early season success where they set three program records. As fans gear up for the thrilling competition, the atmosphere is charged with anticipation for what this impressive team will achieve next.

Asheville’s Finest Ready to Show Their Stuff at Tennessee Invite

Asheville, get ready! The UNC Asheville Track and Field team is gearing up for an exciting showdown at the Tennessee Invite on April 4-5, 2025. Hosted by the University of Tennessee, this two-day meet promises to be packed with thrilling performances from talented athletes, and we can hardly wait to see what our Bulldogs will achieve!

Kicking Off with Power

The competition will kick off early on Friday, April 4, starting at 9:00 a.m. with the women’s hammer throw. Fans of track and field won’t want to miss that explosive start! Later in the day, let’s circle 3:00 p.m. on our calendars for the women’s 1,500m track event, which is sure to keep everyone on the edge of their seats. We can expect some fierce competition from our very own Bulldogs!

Big Participation

This year, a total of 42 Bulldogs will proudly represent UNC Asheville across 17 different events. With such a strong showing, the energy is electric, and the team is eager to prove that their hard work this season is paying off. Whether it’s on the track or the field, these athletes are ready to showcase their talents!

Record-Breaking Season So Far

The Bulldogs have already made quite an impression in their early-season meets, smashing three program records in just two competitions! At the 49ers Classic on March 21-22, Jan Málek made headlines by clocking a breathtaking 3:48.89 in the men’s 1,500m, setting a new school record. It’s an achievement that adds to the excitement as he heads into the Tennessee Invite!

Not to be outdone, DaMarr Harvey shone brightly at the same event, snagging the top spot in the men’s 200m with a blazing time of 20.88 seconds and earning a silver medal in the men’s 100m with a swift 10.58 seconds. His exceptional performance led to him being named the Big South Conference Men’s Track Athlete of the Week on March 26. Talk about a momentum boost!

More Records Fall

Things didn’t slow down for the Bulldogs, with Málek making waves again at the Raleigh Relays on March 27. He demolished the previous record in the men’s steeplechase with a remarkable time of 8:58.03. Meanwhile, Adam Hessler joined the record-breaking frenzy, setting a new mark in the men’s 10,000m with a stunning time of 29:38.51, beating his own previous record by an impressive 21 seconds.

On top of that, Paul Kiprotich’s inaugural 10,000m for the Bulldogs was quite impressive as he finished with a time of 30:01.04, placing him second in the program’s history for that event. It’s clear that the Bulldogs are a force to be reckoned with this season!

Stay Connected

Anything can happen in the world of athletics, and we can’t wait to cheer on our Bulldogs at the Tennessee Invite! To keep up with all the results and updates, don’t forget to check out the team’s social media platforms. The excitement is just beginning, and there’s no telling how bright the future looks for the UNC Asheville Track and Field team this season!