UAA Track and Field Shines at California Meet

Seawolves athletes post impressive times at Mike Fanelli Track Classic

Apr. 6, 2026 at 5:04pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented track and field competition, with sharp, overlapping planes of navy, green, and yellow conveying the dynamic energy of the event.UAA's track and field athletes demonstrate their regional and national competitiveness with standout performances at a prestigious California meet.Anchorage Today

The University of Alaska Anchorage track and field team had a strong showing at the Mike Fanelli Track Classic in California over the weekend. Standout performances included Jessica Chisar's 800-meter time of 2:07.98, the second fastest in UAA history and eighth all-time in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC). Teammate Avrey Campbell also ran an impressive 1:03.08 in the 400-meter event.

Why it matters

The Seawolves' success at the high-profile California meet demonstrates the program's continued growth and competitiveness within the GNAC conference. These types of performances help raise the profile of UAA athletics and can attract more talent to the Anchorage campus.

The details

Jessica Chisar's time of 2:07.98 in the 800-meter run was the second fastest ever recorded by a University of Alaska Anchorage athlete. Avrey Campbell also turned in a strong 1:03.08 performance in the 400-meter event. Both times were posted at the Mike Fanelli Track Classic, a major early-season meet that draws top talent from across the western United States.

  • The meet took place on Saturday, April 5, 2026.

The players

Jessica Chisar

A track and field athlete at the University of Alaska Anchorage who ran the second fastest 800-meter time in school history.

Avrey Campbell

A track and field athlete at the University of Alaska Anchorage who posted an impressive time of 1:03.08 in the 400-meter event.

University of Alaska Anchorage

The public research university located in Anchorage, Alaska, whose track and field team competed at the Mike Fanelli Track Classic.

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What’s next

The Seawolves will look to build on their strong performances at the Mike Fanelli Track Classic as they prepare for the remainder of the GNAC outdoor track and field season.

The takeaway

The University of Alaska Anchorage track and field team demonstrated its continued growth and competitiveness by posting several impressive results at a major California meet. These types of performances help raise the profile of UAA athletics and could aid in recruiting future Seawolves athletes.