Cleveland, TN – The Albany State University Men's and Women's Track & Field teams wrapped up their season at the Lee University Last Chance Meet, competing against a diverse and competitive field that included teams from NCAA Division I, II, III, NAIA, and elite club programs. With one final opportunity to improve marks before the NCAA National Championships, the Golden Rams showcased resilience, talent, and focus across multiple events.
Leading the charge on the women's side was
Cadence Cray, who placed 4th overall in the 100-meter dash with a time of 11.92 seconds. Cray, who has consistently performed at a high level throughout the season, remains in strong contention for national qualification as one of the top sprinters in the SIAC and NCAA Division II.
In the men's 400-meter dash,
Malachi Fletcher clocked a 47.56, good enough for a 5th-place finish in a deep and competitive field. Fletcher's performance solidified his status as one of the top 400m runners in the region and a potential national qualifier.
Hurdler
Jayvon Hutchinson continued his string of consistent performances in the 110-meter hurdles, earning 3rd place with a time of 14.54 seconds. His mark adds to an already impressive resume as he awaits his NCAA postseason fate.
In the field,
Adoni Nembhard-Belcher impressed with a 3rd-place finish in the men's long jump, reaching 6.75 meters. The multi-event athlete's continued growth and consistency have been critical to the men's team's overall success this season.
Up Next
The Golden Rams now turn their attention to the NCAA National Championship Selection Show on May 13, where they will learn who among them has earned a coveted spot at the 2025 NCAA Division II National Championships in Pueblo, Colorado, May 22–24. With multiple top performances on the national leaderboard, Albany State is poised to make its mark on the national stage.
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ABOUT ALBANY STATE ATHLETICS
Albany State University is a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II-level intercollegiate athletic program. The university currently fields teams in 11 sports: women's volleyball, women's tennis, women's cross country, men's and women's basketball, softball, men's and women's track and field, women's soccer, baseball, and football. All teams compete in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC), except women's soccer, which participates in the Peach Belt Conference.
