Cobras Distance Standouts Reset Records on Day Two at Camel City Invitational

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Coker Track & Field closed out day two of the Camel City Invitational with a strong showing from its distance runners, highlighted by two school records reset in the 1,000 meters.

On the women's side, juniorAmelia Artz delivered a standout performance, shattering the program record in the 1,000m with a time of 3:03.39. Artz's run eclipsed the previous mark of 3:35.51 set in 2022 and capped off an outstanding weekend for the Cobras' women's distance group.

The men followed suit with a record-breaking performance of their own as freshmanNathan Allen claimed the school record in the men's 1,000m, crossing the line in 2:36.51. Allen surpassed the previous record of 2:40.19 set in 2023, continuing a strong progression throughout the indoor season.

Coker's women's distance group also impressed across the board, with multiple athletes posting season-best and personal-best performances throughout the two-day meet.

Quotes and Notes:

"Our men's team was led by our middle-distance group and freshman class. Nathan continues to improve week to week, and it was great to see him gain confidence in the 1,000m as he now holds the school record."

"Our women's team had an outstanding meet. Across the board, many of our athletes posted season bests or personal best performances. Led by Amelia Artz, Patience Lisbon, and Sydney Watson, all three reset program records and set the tone for the weekend. I was extremely proud of the positive energy and competitiveness the women showed throughout both days of competition."  Head Coach Eugene Galloway

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With the indoor regular season nearing its conclusion, the Cobras continue to build momentum as they prepare for the South Atlantic Conference Championships in three weeks.