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University of The Bahamas (UB) Mingoes multi-event specialist Kendrick Thompson competes in the pole vault segment of the open men’s decathlon event at the BAAA’s Easter Classic on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at the Thomas A Robinson National Stadium. (UB ATHLETICS)
NASSAU, BAHAMAS The University of The Bahamas (UB) Mingoes multi-event specialist Kendrick Thompson shattered the national record in the open men’s decathlon at the BAAA Easter Classic over the weekend at The Thomas A Robinson National Stadium.
Kendrick Thompson. (PHOTOS: UB ATHLETICS)
Thompson amassed 7,644 points to eclipse the national record set by Ken Munnings (7,555 Lima, Peru, 2019). The performance was also a UB record.
THE University of The Bahamas athletic teams have returned to practice adhering to strict COVID-19 protocols as national restrictions are eased.
The university’s 11 teams have not practiced in earnest since March because of the COVID- 19 pandemic and the lockdown orders that followed.
During the lockdowns teams had virtual practices focusing on conditioning but have only recently been able to practice in person with many restrictions.
Head track and field coach Ednal Rolle said his team - like all of the teams - had to adjust. He adds that the athletic training team has been a big part of the teams returning to practice.