Four Spartans set personal records at UNC Invitational on Friday

CHAPEL HILL, NC – Four Spartans set personal records to lead the UNC Greensboro track and field team on the opening day of the UNC Invitational meet.

On the men’s side, Xavier Rutz set a personal record in the 1500 meters. He finished 17th with a time of 4:02.89. Josh Wyatt and Lincoln Bennette also ran personal bests in the 1500 meters, crossing the line in 4:08.88 and 4:20.93, respectively.

On the women’s side Carly Magin set a personal record in the 1500 meters with a time of 5:12.74, which was good for 16th place, as did Naomi D'Amours with her 17th place time of 5:13.64.

Action continues on Saturday.

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Women’s Results (UNCG only) 1500 meters: 13. Jess Weber 4:53.80, 16. Carly Magin 5:12.74, 17. Naomi D'Amours 5:13.64, 18. Tessa Dispennette 5:15.56.

Men’s Results (UNCG only) 1500 meters: 17. Xavier Rutz 4:02.89; 28. Josh Wyatt 4:08.88; 29. Keith Gruchacz 4:14.43; 33. Justin Ruppe 4:15.71; 38. Lincoln Bennett 4:20.93; 39. Tim Kwak 4:24.93; 42. David Fulp 4:36.61; 43. Ryan Solomon 4:38.83; 3000 meter steeplechase: 6. Ryan Rodd 9:46.83