Women’s T & F notch 12 qualifying marks

GVL Staff

The Grand Valley State University women’s track and field team had a strong showing at the Mike Lints Alumni Open last Saturday, earning 12 qualifying marks in the event. GVSU senior Sam Lockhart notched a pair of automatic qualifying marks when she placed first in the shot put (16.08 meters) and the weight throw (20.46 meters). Sophomore Jacqueline Williams finished first in the pole vaulting event as she cleared a season-best height of 3.75 meters. Junior Kalena Franklin also had a big day for the Lakers, finishing first in the 60 meter hurdles. The defending NCAA Division II champions are currently the No. 1 team in the country.