The Hartford Hawks women’s indoor track and field team participated in the NCAA Division III New England Championships at the Track at New Balance in Boston. Two athletes from Hartford competed in the pentathlon, which includes the 60m hurdles, high jump, shot put, long jump, and 800 meter run.
Junior Jordan Murphy from East Hampton, Connecticut was named the overall Division III New England Champion in the pentathlon. She achieved a total score of 3,559 points, setting a new record for Hartford and finishing 80 points ahead of second place. Murphy secured first place in the high jump with a height of 1.72 meters and took second place in the shot put with a throw of 10.77 meters. She also finished third in three events: the 60m hurdles, long jump, and 800 meter run.
Freshman Emily Breau from Meriden, Connecticut placed fifteenth overall with a total of 2,685 points. Breau’s top finish was fifth place in the 800 meter run with a time of 2:34.74.
After her performance, Murphy said: “Today was about going out and competing as well as just trusting my training,” said junior Jordan Murphy (East Hampton, Conn.). “I am proud of how I competed and grateful it all came together.”
Head Coach Connor Green commented on both athletes’ performances: “We are super proud of Jordan and Emily,” said Head Coach Connor Green. “Both had numerous personal bests and competed at a high level. They really set the tone for the entire team! Going into the meet the staff’s goal for Jordan was to just go out and compete. She did that and more. Her performances not only put her near the top of D3 but cements her legacy within the program itself.”
The Hawks will continue their competition through Sunday, March 1st at the NCAA Division III New England Championships.
