Warriors Shine at Oregon Team Invite

LC State track and field athletes set multiple personal bests at prestigious meet.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 3:01am by

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic motion and energy of a track and field competition, with overlapping planes of color and form representing the athletes' movements.LC State's track and field athletes showcased their talent and determination at the prestigious UO Team Invitational in Eugene.Eugene Today

The Lewis-Clark State College track and field team continued its busy spring schedule with a strong showing at the UO Team Invitational in Eugene, Oregon. Warriors athletes recorded numerous personal-best times, including Grace Tiegs and Camille Ussher in the women's 1500m, Tristin O'Brien in the men's 1500m, and Leila Flannery in the women's 800m.

Why it matters

The UO Team Invite is one of the most competitive meets in the Pacific Northwest, featuring top talent from across the region. LC State's ability to post personal bests and earn podium finishes demonstrates the program's continued growth and development under the coaching staff.

The details

Highlights for the Warriors included Madigan Kelly's second-place finish in the women's 100m hurdles, Aidan Grenier's victory in the men's 110m hurdles, and the men's 4x100m relay team winning their event. Other strong performances came from Harry Lazenby, Trenton Johnson, and Avery Seal in the men's 400m, as well as Claire Dooley in the women's 100m and 200m.

  • The UO Team Invitational took place on Friday, April 18, 2026 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon.

The players

Grace Tiegs

A member of the LC State women's track and field team who ran the second-best 1500m time in program history.

Camille Ussher

An LC State women's track and field athlete who recorded the fourth-best 1500m time in program history.

Tristin O'Brien

A member of the LC State men's track and field team who ran a personal-best time of 4:00.18 in the 1500m.

Madigan Kelly

An LC State women's track and field athlete who placed second in the 100m hurdles.

Aidan Grenier

A member of the LC State men's track and field team who won the 110m hurdles event.

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What they’re saying

“Our athletes continue to impress with their hard work and dedication. Seeing so many personal bests at a meet of this caliber is a testament to their commitment to improvement.”

— Mike Collins, LC State Track and Field Head Coach

What’s next

The Warriors will look to build on their strong performances at the UO Team Invite as they prepare for the upcoming conference championships.

The takeaway

LC State's track and field program is continuing to make strides, with athletes setting new personal records and earning top finishes at one of the region's premier meets. This bodes well for the team's chances of success in the postseason.