UCC Track Stars Dominate at Pacific Open

Easton Raber and Adara Griffith take first place in their events

Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:34pm

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A cubist, geometric painting featuring overlapping planes of bright colors representing a track and field competition, capturing the dynamic energy and competitive spirit of the event.UCC's track stars shine at the Pacific Open, demonstrating the program's growing regional dominance.Forest Grove Today

The Umpqua Community College track and field team competed at the Pacific Open meet at Pacific University on Saturday, with standout performances from Easton Raber and Adara Griffith, who both took first place in their respective events.

Why it matters

This is a significant achievement for the UCC track program, showcasing their talent and competitiveness against other collegiate teams in the region. Strong performances at meets like the Pacific Open can help raise the profile of the program and attract more student-athletes.

The details

Raber won the men's 800-meter race, while Griffith took first in the women's 1500-meter event. The Pacific Open is an annual track and field meet that draws competitors from colleges and universities across the Pacific Northwest.

  • The Pacific Open meet took place on Saturday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Easton Raber

A member of the Umpqua Community College track and field team who won the men's 800-meter race at the Pacific Open meet.

Adara Griffith

A member of the Umpqua Community College track and field team who won the women's 1500-meter event at the Pacific Open meet.

Umpqua Community College

A community college located in Roseburg, Oregon, with a successful track and field program that competed at the Pacific Open meet.

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What they’re saying

“Our team has been working hard all season, and it's great to see that effort pay off with these wins at the Pacific Open.”

— Easton Raber, UCC Track Athlete

“I'm really proud of how our team performed today. We're looking forward to building on this success as we head into the rest of the season.”

— Adara Griffith, UCC Track Athlete

What’s next

The UCC track and field team will continue their season, with upcoming meets and championships to prepare for.

The takeaway

The strong performances by Raber and Griffith at the Pacific Open showcase the talent and potential of the UCC track and field program, which is working to build its reputation and attract more student-athletes to the school.