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The South Carolina Track & Field teams displayed their talent at the Charlotte Invitational, achieving impressive runner-up finishes in both men’s and women’s categories. The women’s team excelled with 156 points and five event wins, while the men’s team secured 127.5 points with three victories. Notable performances included gold medals in various events and standout relay times. The Gamecocks now prepare for the East Coast Relays, carrying forward their momentum from this successful meet.
South Carolina Track & Field Shines at Charlotte Invitational
Charlotte, N.C. – The excitement at the Charlotte Invitational this past weekend was palpable as the South Carolina Track & Field teams showcased their incredible talent, achieving impressive runner-up finishes in both the men’s and women’s categories. The meet took place at the Irwin Belk Track and Field Center on April 25-26, 2025, and the Gamecocks proved they belong at the top of their game.
A Stellar Performance from the Women’s Team
The women’s team truly stole the spotlight, racking up 156 points over the course of 11 events. Their dominance was highlighted by five event wins, marking an exceptional team effort. Cynteria James took home the gold in the women’s 100-meter dash, blazing across the finish line with a time of 11.31 seconds. Meanwhile, JaMeesia Ford also triumphed, winning the 400-meter dash in a speedy 51.09 seconds.
Freshman sensation Joslyn Hamilton emerged as a standout performer, achieving personal bests in two events. She snagged the runner-up spot in the 100-meter hurdles with a remarkable time of 13.13 seconds, which ranks as the ninth-fastest in Gamecock history and 11th in the East Region. Not stopping there, she clinched the win in the 400-meter hurdles, crossing the finish line at 59.34 seconds, adding to her rapidly growing collection of accolades.
Another highlight for the women’s team was Cheyla Scott, who won the high jump by clearing an impressive 1.82 meters, tying for the third-best mark in program history. To cap off their stellar weekend, the women’s 4×400 meter relay team brought home yet another victory with a time of 3:35.38, showcasing their remarkable depth and speed.
Men’s Team Shines as Well
Not to be outdone, the men’s team also performed admirably, finishing with 127.5 points and securing three event victories. Theo Mudzengerere was the lone individual winner for the men, dominating the triple jump with a season-best leap of 16.07 meters, a distance that currently ranks third in the East Region.
The Gamecock men proved their prowess in the relays as well, clinching victory in the 4×100 meter relay with a swift time of 39.88 seconds. Furthermore, they wrapped up the meet with a strong performance in the 4×400 meter relay, comprising Wrice, Greenhow, Richardson Salazar, and Crumpton, finishing first at 3:06.48, which stands as the third-fastest for the Gamecocks this season.
Men’s Individual Highlights
Among the individual performances for the men’s team, Antwan Hughes Jr. finished 5th in the 100 meters with a time of 10.68 seconds, while David Warmington secured second place in the 110-meter hurdles at 14.17 seconds. Josue Richardson Salazar also performed well, finishing second in the 400-meter hurdles with a time of 51.94 seconds.
Next Up for the Gamecocks
The energetic competition doesn’t stop here, as both teams are gearing up for their next challenge at the East Coast Relays, set to take place at the University of North Florida on May 2, 2025. This event will also host the NCAA East Regional at the end of May, promising even more excitement!
Overall, the Gamecocks demonstrated their strength and teamwork at the Charlotte Invitational, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their upcoming performances. With such talent on both teams, the future looks bright for South Carolina Track & Field!
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