ORLANDO, Fla. — The Stetson track and field team returned to Orlando this past weekend to compete in the UCF Knights Invite, delivering a series of strong performances highlighted by multiple school records across middle-distance events.
The Hatters opened competition Friday in the women's 1500 meters, where freshman Hannah Judge led the way with a record-breaking performance. Judge crossed the line in 4:40.85 to finish 11th in a competitive field of 26 runners, setting a new program mark. Sophomore Lucille Marquart followed closely behind, placing 15th with a time of 4:45.54.
Later in the day, junior Zeke Galbraith turned in an impressive showing in the men's 3000-meter steeplechase. Galbraith placed third overall out of 13 competitors, clocking a time of 9:30.00 to earn a podium finish.
Action continued Saturday with more record-setting performances in the 800 meters. On the women's side, Marquart broke the school record with a time of 2:19.49, finishing 20th in a deep field of 39 runners. Judge followed just behind, placing 22nd with a time of 2:22.03.
The men's 800 meters saw another standout effort, as sophomore Nicholas Zamora set a new program record with a time of 1:53.91 to finish 11th out of 51 competitors. Freshman Parker Armstrong also competed in the event, posting a time of 1:58.27 to place 34th.
Stetson will continue its outdoor season next weekend at the Embry-Riddle Running Elements Classic, hosted by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The two-day meet is scheduled for April 3-4 at the Embry-Riddle Track & Field Complex in Daytona Beach.
About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.
