Bentley Earns First LSC Track Athlete of the Week Honor

Oklahoma Christian's Nyla Bentley recognized for standout performance

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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True freshman Nyla Bentley of the Oklahoma Christian Eagles has been named the Lone Star Conference Track Athlete of the Week, the league office announced on Tuesday, February 24th.

Why it matters

This is Bentley's first career weekly conference honor, recognizing her strong start to the track and field season for the Eagles. Oklahoma Christian competes in the Lone Star Conference, one of the top NCAA Division II athletic conferences in the country.

The details

Bentley earned the award after posting impressive results in her first collegiate meet. She won the 60-meter dash and the 200-meter dash, helping the Eagles get off to a solid start to the 2026 indoor track season.

  • Bentley was named LSC Track Athlete of the Week on February 24, 2026.

The players

Nyla Bentley

A true freshman track and field athlete for the Oklahoma Christian Eagles.

Oklahoma Christian Eagles

The NCAA Division II athletic program of Oklahoma Christian University, competing in the Lone Star Conference.

Lone Star Conference

One of the top NCAA Division II athletic conferences in the country.

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The takeaway

Nyla Bentley's strong debut performance has earned her recognition as the Lone Star Conference Track Athlete of the Week, highlighting the talent and potential of Oklahoma Christian's young track and field program.