Men's Indoor Track and Field Southern Conference

Southern Conference announces Track & Field Athlete of the Week for Jan. 25th

Men

 

Mark Sturgis ? Appalachian State University

Sophomore ? Woodleaf, NC

Sturgis, a Health Promotions major, finished second in the triple jump at the Niswonger Invite (ETSU) with a best jump of 50' 8.25".  This jump is just five millimeters short of an NCAA provisional mark. It currently ranks fifth on ASU's all-time list and leads the SoCon.

 

Women

Beverly Burnett ? Appalachian State

Senior ? Graham, NC

Beverly finished second in the 20 lb. weight at the Niswonger Invitational at East Tennessee State University with a throw of 56-6.  She followed that with a third place finish in the shot put with a toss of 45-7.