HILLSDALE, Mich. – The Spring Arbor University track & field teams were back in action on Saturday at the Hillsdale College Outdoor Opener.
 
Senior Josiah Fitch secured his spot at the NAIA Outdoor Track & Field National Championships after hitting the NAIA B standard in the hammer. Fitch registered a throw of 54.11m (177' 6") - breaking his own school record in the event.
 
On the track, Shelby Cade grabbed a first place finish in the 5000 meters by running a personal-best 18:28.24. Her time ranks seventh in program history. Along with Cade's performance, three other Cougars also posted SAU Top 10 marks, Madyson Oudbier, Brooke Slater and Harrison Deur.
 
 
THE BASICS
EVENT: Hillsdale Outdoor Opener
TEAM FINISH: No team scoring
LOCATION: Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, Mich.
 
 
NATIONAL QUALIFIER

• Josiah Fitch | Men's Hammer | 54.11m

 
 
EVENT WINNERS

• Women's 5000m | Shelby Cade, 18:28.24

 
 
SAU TOP 10 PERFORMANCES

• Shelby Cade | Women's 5000m | 18:28.24 | SAU 7th
• Madyson Oudbier | Women's 5000m | 18:47.68 | SAU 10th
• Brooke Slater | Women's Hammer | 36.82m | SAU 8th
• Josiah Fitch | Men's Hammer | 54.11m | SAU 1st
• Harrison Deur | Men's Hammer | 43.63m | SAU 2nd

 
 
UP NEXT
The Crossroads League Championships are set for May 2-3 on the campus of Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana.