Ithaca College women’s Track & Field Team Shines at Nazareth College Cup
The Ithaca College women’s track and field team made a strong showing at the Nazareth College Cup on Saturday,securing the second-place position out of ten participating schools with an impressive 121 points. Combined with Rochester’s score, the two colleges amassed 183 points, placing them second in the conference standings behind the victors, Geneseo and Nazareth.
A standout moment for the Bombers came in the 4×200-meter relay. The team, comprised of Aynisha McQuillar, Ava Butler, Natalie MacArthur, and Marykate Rudnicki, not only won the event but also set a new school record with a blistering time of 1:44.85. This shattered the previous IC record of 1:45.49, set back in 2012.
The high jump event saw the Ithaca College women dominate,claiming three of the top five spots. Celia Ryan emerged victorious, clearing a height of 1.58 meters. Madeleine Wright followed closely behind, securing second place with a jump of 1.53 meters. Lydia Barber also contributed to the team’s success, finishing fifth at 1.53 meters.
The Bombers continued their impressive performance in the pole vault, securing four placements in the top six. Talia Hutchinson and Bree Boyle were among the top performers, showcasing their exceptional skills in this demanding event.
Ithaca College Track and Field Shines at Indoor Championships
The Ithaca College Bombers track team showcased their prowess at the recent indoor championships, delivering impressive performances across a range of events. Athletes stepped onto the podium, setting personal bests and solidifying their place among Division III’s elite.
Laura Suppa and Rachel Larson proved their dominance in the 60-meter hurdles, securing second and third place respectively with times of 8.87 and 8.88 seconds. Suppa’s speed didn’t end there,as she also qualified for the 60-meter dash,finishing sixth in the final with a time of 8.08 seconds.
Lily Seyfert took home second place honors in the shot put with a powerful throw of 12.28 meters. Simultaneously occurring, Alexis Brown demonstrated her versatility with a third-place finish in the triple jump at 10.62 meters and an eighth-place finish in the long jump at 5.04 meters.
The Distance Medley Relay team, composed of Joy Petersen, Lyla Powers, Carolina Cedraschi, and Emily Johnson, stormed to a third-place finish in an impressive 13:11.40, ranking them 16th in Division III.
Further adding to the team’s success, Petersen placed fifth in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:22.98, while Logan Brasacchio clocked in at 19:07.34 to take seventh in the 5000-meter run. In the 400-meter dash, MacArthur secured fourth place with a time of 1:00.84, trailed closely by Butler in seventh place at 1:01.59.
the Bombers’ 4×400-meter relay team also displayed their strength with a promising performance.
Ithaca Bombers Track and Field Dominate at RPI Liberty League Championships
The Ithaca College track and field team made a strong showing at the recent RPI Liberty League Championships, with standout performances from several athletes. Amongst the highlights, Cameron Ting and Julia Ryba teamed up in the 4×400-meter relay, clocking in at a remarkable 4:10.12 and claiming a commendable sixth-place finish.
Ting and Ryba’s performance underscored the team’s dedication and talent, setting the stage for continued success in the upcoming seasons.
Looking ahead, the Bombers will be back on home turf for the annual Bomber Invitational, scheduled for February 1-2.This event promises to be another showcase of athleticism and determination as the team competes against regional rivals.
