Bison Track and Field Wrap-up Two Day Raleigh Relays

Bucknell's Theresa Dennis, Maria Garcia and Justin McKnight Improves All-Time Marks

Justin McKnight improved a personal best by over seven inches (207') in the javelin.

March 29, 2003

Results

RALEIGH, N.C. - On Friday and Saturday, a number of Bison Track and Field athlete's participated in the non-scoring Raleigh Relays. Theresa Dennis, Maria Garcia and Justin McKnight all improved their spots on Bucknell's all-time charts.

Dennis completed the 10K in 36:18.28 and placed 13th overall. The senior now stands fourth on BU's all-time charts. Garcia threw the hammer 164'5" for an 11th place finish. She jumps to fourth on the all-time list.

McKnight improved his javelin throw by over seven inches to mark 207 feet even. He improved his current measurement and still stands fifth on the AT charts.

Other Bison who performed well at the Raleigh Relays, included Lou Palma finishing fifth in the 1,500-meter race with a time of 3:54.45. Katherine Pfeifer finished the 5,000-meter run at 18:33.18 for a 13th place finish. Douglas Creveling crossed the line at 15:24.87 for a 15th place finish in the 5,000-meter run. Jennifer Marsh finished 10th in the 1,500-meter run (4:43.17).

On April 4 & 5, the Bison will participate in the Colonial Relays in Williamsburg, Va. at The College of William and Mary.