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Multiple Records Set at Asics Sound Running Invite
High Point University women's track and field team shines at two invitationals
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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The High Point University women's track and field team had a strong showing at the Asics Sound Running Invite in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and the Tiger Paw Invitational at Clemson University. Several Panthers set new school and program records, including Brianna Malone in the women's mile and Alyssa Hendrix in the women's 5000m. Other top performers included Ashlyn Giles in the shot put and weight throw, and the Panthers' pole vaulters.
Why it matters
The impressive performances by the High Point University women's track and field team at these invitationals showcase the program's continued growth and competitiveness within the Big South Conference and beyond. The records set by Malone and Hendrix highlight the individual talent on the team, while the overall strong showings in various events demonstrate the program's depth and well-rounded nature.
The details
At the Asics Sound Running Invite, Brianna Malone broke the Big South and program record in the women's mile with a time of 3:34.86, finishing sixth. Alyssa Hendrix set a new school record and personal best in the women's 5000m with a time of 16:19.15, also placing sixth. In the throwing events, Ashlyn Giles won the shot put with a distance of 15.15m and the women's weight throw with a mark of 15.96m. At the Tiger Paw Invitational, Zamesha Myle finished fifth in the women's triple jump with a distance of 12.90m.
- The Asics Sound Running Invite took place on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
- The Tiger Paw Invitational was hosted by Clemson University on the same day.
The players
Brianna Malone
A member of the High Point University women's track and field team who broke the Big South and program record in the women's mile.
Alyssa Hendrix
A member of the High Point University women's track and field team who set a new school record and personal best in the women's 5000m.
Ashlyn Giles
A member of the High Point University women's track and field team who won the shot put and women's weight throw events at the Asics Sound Running Invite.
Zamesha Myle
A member of the High Point University women's track and field team who finished fifth in the women's triple jump at the Tiger Paw Invitational.
High Point University Women's Track and Field
The women's track and field team from High Point University that competed at the Asics Sound Running Invite and Tiger Paw Invitational.
What’s next
High Point University's women's track and field team will next compete in the Virginia Tech Challenge in Blacksburg, Virginia and the College Last Chance meet in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on February 21.
The takeaway
The High Point University women's track and field team demonstrated their depth and talent across multiple events, setting new school and program records while competing against strong competition at the Asics Sound Running Invite and Tiger Paw Invitational. This performance highlights the continued growth and success of the program.
