Ohio Women's Track & Field Dominates Cherry Blossom Invitational

Bobcats set school records and personal bests across multiple events

Apr. 4, 2026 at 5:18am

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An abstract, energetic painting featuring dynamic, neon-colored brushstrokes representing the explosive movements and raw athleticism of female track and field competitors.Ohio's women's track and field team flexes its muscles with a dominant performance at the Cherry Blossom Invitational, setting the stage for a promising outdoor season.Muncie Today

The Ohio women's track and field team had a standout performance at the Cherry Blossom Invitational, breaking a school record, sweeping multiple throwing events, and recording numerous personal bests across sprints, hurdles, and distance races.

Why it matters

This strong showing at an early-season invitational is an encouraging sign for the Bobcats as they build momentum towards the conference and national championships later in the year. Ohio's depth and talent across various event groups positions the team well to compete for titles.

The details

Highlights from the meet included junior Alexis Bex breaking her own school record in the pole vault, Ohio sweeping the discus, hammer throw, and shot put, and several Bobcats recording personal bests in sprints, hurdles, and distance events. Freshman Mentlow led a dominant Ohio performance in the sprints, winning the 100m and placing highly in the 200m.

  • The meet took place on Friday, April 3 in Athens, Ohio.
  • Ohio will next compete at the We Fly Challenge in Muncie, Indiana on April 10.

The players

Alexis Bex

A junior from Powell, Ohio who broke the school record in the women's pole vault with a personal-best mark of 3.76 meters.

Mader

A senior from Holland, Michigan who won the women's shot put with a throw of 12.97 meters.

Mentlow

A freshman sprinter who won the women's 100m and placed highly in the 200m, leading a sweep of the top five spots in that event for Ohio.

Kincaid

A freshman who won the women's 400m hurdles with a time of 1:00.94.

Caldwell

A sophomore who placed fourth in the women's 400m hurdles with a personal-best time of 1:05.22.

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What they’re saying

“We're really proud of the team's performance today. Breaking a school record and having so many personal bests is a great way to start the outdoor season.”

— Head Coach

What’s next

The Bobcats will look to build on this success when they compete at the We Fly Challenge in Muncie, Indiana on April 10.

The takeaway

Ohio's women's track and field team showcased its depth and talent across a variety of events at the Cherry Blossom Invitational, setting the stage for a potentially dominant outdoor season as the Bobcats chase conference and national titles.