KENNESAW, Ga. | The Young Harris College men's and women's track & field teams faced tough competition at the Don McGarey Invitational, taking on a field stacked with Division I talent. Despite the challenge, the Mountain Lions delivered several impressive performances, showcasing both individual and team growth. 

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QUOTE FROM DIRECTOR OF TRACK & FIELD MATT LOGAN: 

"We had an up-and-down two days against very strong Division I competition. We had several good results, but I don't think our approach and focus were great over the two days. I am looking forward to bouncing back at UNCA in a couple weeks." 

Women's Highlights: 

• The women's team had a standout performance in the distance events, led by Julia Hargrove, who dominated the 5,000-meter run, securing first place with a time of 19:56.10. Emma Anderson (21:45.10), Caroline Bass (21:54.21), and Chesney Johnson (22:07.19) followed with strong finishes, taking second, third, and fourth place, respectively. 

• Brynley Walraven continued to prove herself as a top middle-distance competitor, finishing ninth in the 1,500 meters (5:01.81). Cadence McClung also ran a solid race, crossing the line in 5:34.13. 

• In the sprints, Harper Hubbard competed in the 400 meters, finishing in 1:05.98. The women's 4x400 relay team, consisting of Hubbard, Walraven, Piper Marsingill, and Ashley Mendoza, posted a time of 4:33.39. 

Men's Highlights: 

• On the men's side, Aidan Vrazel once again delivered a commanding performance, winning the 5,000-meter race with a time of 15:47.28. Brayden Figgins secured second place (15:53.41), and Austin Dezwart (16:01.09) finished fourth. 

• Xander Potter impressed in the 3,000-meter steeplechase, finishing third with a time of 10:38.28. 

• In the middle distances, Ryder Holland led the Mountain Lions in the 800 meters, finishing seventh with a time of 2:01.26, followed closely by Luke Sigman (2:02.62) and Noah Scheuer (2:04.77). Noah Mason ran a competitive 1,500 meters, finishing in 4:12.10. 

• Ryland Hunley showcased his versatility, running 11.72 in the 100 meters and 54.36 in the 400 meters. 

UP NEXT: 

The Mountain Lions will return to action at the Asheville Bulldog Invitational in two weeks (Apr. 11-12), where they look to build upon their performances and sharpen their competitive edge before the Conference Carolinas Championships near the end of April.