Tech wraps up day one in Waco
WACO, Texas – The Texas Tech track and field team finished day one of the Michael Johnson Invitational, highlighted by a trio of first place finishes Friday evening at Clyde Hart Track and Field Stadium.
Ruth Usoro kicked off the trio of first place outings for Tech over in the long jump. Every fifth attempt of 6.59m (21-7.50) (5.2w) stood as the top mark for the victory. In the process, the leap moved to No. 2 all-time in wind-aided leaps. Heading into the men’s portion of the event, Chris Welch came out on top with a mark of 7.67m (25-2) (8.3w) – third jump. Meanwhile, his second leap of 7.48m (24-6.50) (1.1w) turned into a new personal best.
women’s long jump@UsoroRuth5 places 1st as her 6.59m (5.2w) leap wins it. All-time, it’s second in wind-aided long jumps in the Tech record book. pic.twitter.com/JyH3sgQpi5
— Texas Tech Track & Field (@TexasTechTF) April 22, 2022