LEWISBURG, PA -- Eleven distance runners traveled to Bucknell University to compete in the Distance Carnival on Saturday, April 12th. This meet is one of the largest events in the east for distance runners, and features programs from all divisions including schools like Penn State University, Boston University, West Virginia University, and so many more. The Highlanders had a great day at the track including several personal best performances, and everyone else had a seasons best performance. One program record fell during the event. The sixteen year old 5,000m record, previously held by standout Dan Ballard, was broken by none other than Amos Bixler. The junior continues his record breaking season by running 15:09.16 (4:52 per mile) for the event, and breaking the record by less than two seconds. 

Highlander RESULTS
Kyra Binney - 800m - 2:24.64
Henry Sardina - 800m - 1:57.09
Aidan Fish - 800m - 1:59.25
Jenna Binney - 1500m - 4:51.94
Tabitha Clark - 1500m - 5:06.99
James Eustace - 1500m - 4:06.38
Noelle Linenfelser - 5,000m - 18:35.69
Emberlynn Nolt - 5,000m - 19:09.44
Ben Allen - 5,000m - 15:50.74
Sam Lyon - 5,000m - DNF (injury)
Amos Bixler - 5,000m - 15:09.16

"It's a big deal to get like meets like these, get in a pack of elite runners, and test yourself. This meet, for a number of years now, has provided us with the opportunity to attempt program records, regional standards, big personal bests, etc. This year was no different. I'm proud of the crew for continuing to pave the way for their current and future teammates to see what is possible. Many of these athletes here, as freshmen and sophomores, watched their older teammates come to Bucknell and do the same. Carrying this torch is a privilege and an expectation. We took a nice step forward, today," explained Coach Hager after the meet.

The Highlanders will be in action on Friday, 4/18 at Alfred State University.