Beavers Shine at NDSU Open with Personal Bests

Bemidji State women's track and field team finishes 11th, led by standout performances from Sophie Rylance and Allison LaVine.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The Bemidji State women's track and field team had a strong showing at the North Dakota State Bison Open, finishing 11th overall and recording eight personal-best marks. Sophomore Sophie Rylance set a new PR in the 600-meter run, taking second place, while freshman Allison LaVine earned fourth place in the high jump with a personal-best performance.

Why it matters

The Beavers' success at the NDSU Open demonstrates the team's continued development and growth, with several athletes achieving new personal records. This performance foreshadows the potential for the Bemidji State women's track and field team to make an impact in the upcoming conference and national competitions.

The details

In addition to Rylance and LaVine's standout results, the Beavers had several other top-10 finishers, including Jada Goeson (9th in the 1000-meter run) and Hannah Baker (10th in the weight throw). The team also saw personal-best performances from Jayden Wodarz, Amelia Congrove, Hailey Selly, Maggie McCarthy, and Kathryn Freymiller.

  • The North Dakota State Bison Open took place on February 9, 2026.

The players

Sophie Rylance

A sophomore on the Bemidji State women's track and field team who set a new personal record in the 600-meter run, finishing second.

Allison LaVine

A freshman on the Bemidji State women's track and field team who earned a fourth-place finish in the high jump with a personal-best performance.

Jada Goeson

A Bemidji State student-athlete who finished ninth in the 1000-meter run.

Hannah Baker

A Bemidji State student-athlete who finished 10th in the weight throw.

Bemidji State women's track and field team

The women's track and field team from Bemidji State University, which finished 11th overall at the NDSU Open and recorded several personal-best performances.

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The takeaway

The Bemidji State women's track and field team's strong showing at the NDSU Open, with multiple personal bests and top-10 finishes, suggests the program is on an upward trajectory and poised for continued success in the upcoming conference and national competitions.