Jan. 16, 2004

Results

Grand Valley recorded another solid performance as they hosted the Bob Eubanks Classic on Friday. The Lakers will travel to Saginaw Valley for the Saginaw Invite on January 23 at 5:00 p.m.

On the men's side, Jimmie Freeman recorded a time of 7.81 in the 55 meter hurdles, while Kenny Coleman won the 400 meter dash with a time of 49.36. Blake Terhune (8:45.28) and Jeff Vyain (8:48.47) finished second and third respectively in the 3000 meter run. Kirk Manchip placed first and recorded a NCAA Qualifying mark in the long jump (23'06.00) and also took first in the triple jump (45-07.00).

On the women's side, Krista O'Dell recorded a NCAA Provisional Qualifying mark in the mile with a time of 5:00.84. Ashley Thomas took first in the 400 meter dash with a time of 58.41 and Alex Baker won the 55 meter hurdles, recording a time of 8.62.

"This meet was a nice step forward for both squads and will prepare us for the big meets we have coming up on the road," commented head coach Jerry Baltes.