Razorbacks Compete in Pair of California Meets

Arkansas track and field team takes on Mt. SAC Relays and Bryan Clay Invitational this weekend.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 1:50am

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The University of Arkansas track and field team is heading to Southern California this weekend to compete in two prestigious meets - the 66th Mt. SAC Relays and the Bryan Clay Invitational hosted by Azusa Pacific University. Several Razorback athletes will be in action, including Josphine Mwaura in the 10,000m on Thursday and Madeleine Gear in the 1,500m on Saturday.

Why it matters

These meets provide valuable competition experience for the Razorbacks as they prepare for the upcoming conference and national championships. The Mt. SAC Relays in particular is one of the most historic and prestigious track and field events in the country, drawing top collegiate and professional athletes.

The details

The majority of the Arkansas squad will be competing at the Mt. SAC Relays on Friday and Saturday, with events ranging from sprints to distance races and field events. On the women's side, notable entries include Asia Thomas in the 100m and 200m, Abigail Campbell and Arianna Sharpe in the 400m, and the Razorbacks' 4x100m and 4x400m relay teams. On the men's side, Ryan Jennings will compete in the 100m and 200m.

  • The Mt. SAC Relays take place on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19.
  • The Bryan Clay Invitational hosted by Azusa Pacific University is on Thursday, April 17 and Saturday, April 19.

The players

Josphine Mwaura

An Arkansas Razorbacks track and field athlete competing in the 10,000m at the Bryan Clay Invitational on Thursday.

Madeleine Gear

An Arkansas Razorbacks track and field athlete racing in the 1,500m at the Bryan Clay Invitational on Saturday.

Taliyah Brooks

An Arkansas Razorbacks alum competing in the heptathlon at the Mt. SAC Relays, currently leading the competition after the first day.

Makenna Herbst

A freshman on the Arkansas Razorbacks track and field team, competing in multiple events at the Mt. SAC Relays.

Morgan Herbst

A freshman on the Arkansas Razorbacks track and field team, competing in multiple events at the Mt. SAC Relays.

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The takeaway

This weekend's meets in California provide the Arkansas Razorbacks track and field team with an opportunity to compete against top-level competition as they continue their preparation for the upcoming conference and national championships. The team's performance will be closely watched as they look to build momentum heading into the most important part of the season.