Knights Win Three Events at Manitou Classic

Carleton College men's track and field team collects 19 top-five results at nine-team meet.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 3:22am

A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented, multi-angled view of a track and field competition, with sharp planes of navy, green, and orange hues overlapping to create a dynamic, abstract composition.Carleton's track and field team showcases its depth and versatility with a dominant performance at the Manitou Classic.Northfield Today

The Carleton College men's track and field team won three events and posted 19 top-five results at the nine-team Manitou Classic hosted by St. Olaf College. The Knights paced a 1-2-4-5-6 finish in the 5000-meter run, won the javelin throw and pole vault competitions, and had several other strong individual performances.

Why it matters

The Manitou Classic is an important early-season meet for the Knights, providing valuable competition experience and an opportunity to assess their progress ahead of the conference and national championships later in the year.

The details

In the 5000-meter run, Carleton runners finished 1-2-4-5-6, led by the winner's time of 15:05.78. The Knights also won the javelin throw and pole vault, with individual victories and personal-best performances. Other top results included a runner-up finish in the 400-meter dash, second place in the 3000-meter steeplechase, and multiple top-four finishes in the 1500-meter, triple jump, and long jump.

  • The Manitou Classic was held on April 11, 2026.
  • Carleton will host the Carleton Relays at Laird Stadium on April 18, 2026.

The players

Carleton College men's track and field team

The NCAA Division III track and field program at Carleton College, located in Northfield, Minnesota.

St. Olaf College

The host institution for the Manitou Classic, a fellow NCAA Division III school located in Northfield, Minnesota.

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What’s next

The Knights will look to build on their strong performance at the Manitou Classic when they host the Carleton Relays on April 18, 2026.

The takeaway

Carleton's men's track and field team demonstrated its depth and talent by winning multiple events and posting numerous top finishes at the Manitou Classic, positioning them well for the remainder of the outdoor season.