Carolina's track and field team wrapped up their regular season in style, delivering standout performances that etched new marks in the program's history books. Competing at both Notre Dame and Winston-Salem, the athletes showed why they are a force to be reckoned with.
At Notre Dame, the men's distance medley relay team of Aiden Neal, Killian Fahy, Henry Strand, and Colton Sands clocked in at 9:24.22, the fifth-fastest time ever recorded by the program. Their performance was a testament to their synergy and endurance, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting postseason.
Meanwhile, the women's distance medley relay team was not to be outdone. The quartet of Sydney Masciarelli, Delea Martins, Makayla Paige, and Vera Sjoberg posted a time of 10:46.62.
This impressive feat not only secured the second-fastest time in Carolina's history but also ranked as the seventh-fastest in the NCAA this season. Their relentless drive and teamwork were evident on the track.
Cassidy Scott made a splash in the women's 800m, running a time of 2:06.24. As a sophomore, she has already made her mark by entering the top ten in program history, a promising sign for her future contributions to the team.
The ASICS Last Chance Invite saw more remarkable performances. In the men's 400m, Evan Pardue secured a third-place finish with a time of 48.63. Over in the women's 800m, Scott's earlier performance was matched by Allison DeLisi, who finished fifth with a time of 2:06.75, and Maelynn Higgins, who crossed the line at 2:14.22.
The men's mile was fiercely competitive, with Luke Pash leading the Carolina pack, finishing fourth at 4:04.27. His teammates Joe Barrett, Gitch Hayes, and Mac Conwell followed closely, showcasing depth in the distance events.
On the women's side, Kinley Wolfe claimed third in the mile with a time of 4:47, while Julia Scrudato, Grace Hanson, and Maddie Gardiner all put in strong performances, rounding out a successful day for the team.
Donovan Calhoun made headlines in the men's 200m, not only winning the event but setting a meet record with a time of 21.13, the sixth-fastest in program history. His speed and determination were unmatched.
As the team looks ahead to the postseason, these performances have set a high bar. With records falling and personal bests being shattered, Carolina's track and field athletes are poised for continued success.