The former American collegiate record holder in the men s 3,000-meter steeplechase is now a national champion after BYU s Kenneth Rooks triumphed in 8:26.17 Friday night.
The former American collegiate record holder in the men s 3,000-meter steeplechase is now a national champion after BYU s Kenneth Rooks triumphed in 8:26.17 Friday night.
Casey Clinger s podium finish highlighted three more first-team All-Americans for the 14th-ranked BYU men s track and field program on the first day of the NCAA outdoor championships Wednesday in Austin, Texas.
Olympic overview: Gymnastics beats in-state rival, track and swim have first-place finishes
Several of the Olympic sports were in action over the weekend for BYU and multiple teams and individuals took first place in their competitions.
Gymnastics
The No. 12 BYU gymnastics team edged out a win over No. 21 Utah State, 196.425-195.175 on Jan. 29. The 196.425 score is the highest score of the season for the Cougars.
On bars, seniors Haley Pitou and Abby Boden-Stainton tied for the best score overall with a 9.85.
Seniors Abbey Miner-Alder and Avery Bennett led the Cougars in the vault, both posting a score of 9.85. Bennett’s score is her best this season.