Gibson and McCall Break School Records at Arkansas Spring Invite

Hillcats track stars shine at Arkansas meet

Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:04am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a track and field competition, with overlapping planes of bright red, blue, and yellow hues representing the dynamic movements of the athletes.The Hillcats' track stars shatter school records with their explosive athletic performances.Fayetteville Today

Senior Nathaneal Gibson set a school record in the 1500m, while junior Cade McCall broke the school record in the 3000m, highlighting a strong showing for the Rogers State Hillcats at the Arkansas Spring Invitational track and field meet in Fayetteville on Saturday.

Why it matters

The record-breaking performances by Gibson and McCall demonstrate the continued excellence of the Hillcats track and field program, which has produced numerous standout athletes over the years. These results will boost the team's confidence and momentum heading into the remainder of the outdoor season.

The details

Gibson and McCall's record-setting efforts were the highlights of a successful day for the Hillcats at the Arkansas Spring Invite. Gibson, a senior, set a new school mark in the 1500m, while McCall, a junior, broke the Hillcats' 3000m record.

  • The Arkansas Spring Invitational was held on Saturday, April 12, 2026.

The players

Nathaneal Gibson

A senior on the Rogers State Hillcats track and field team who set a new school record in the 1500m event.

Cade McCall

A junior on the Rogers State Hillcats track and field team who broke the school record in the 3000m event.

Rogers State Hillcats

The track and field team from Rogers State University, a Division II school located in Claremore, Oklahoma.

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The takeaway

The record-breaking performances by Gibson and McCall demonstrate the continued strength and competitiveness of the Rogers State Hillcats track and field program, which has established itself as one of the top Division II programs in the region.