BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Alcorn State University men's and women's track and field teams put on an impressive display at the UAB Vulcan Invitational on February 7, 2025, at the Birmingham CrossPlex. The Braves secured multiple top-10 finishes, with standout performances on both the track and in the field events.
Leading the charge for the men was freshman Derrick Williams, who sprinted to first place in the 200-meter dash with a blazing time of 21.44 seconds. He also delivered a strong showing in the 60-meter dash, advancing to the finals and finishing fourth overall with a time of 6.78 seconds.
In the 400-meter dash, senior
Trellas Forrest earned a runner-up finish, clocking in at 47.52 seconds. Meanwhile, sophomore Alocias Kipngetich turned in a solid effort in the 800-meter run, finishing fifth overall with a time of 1:55.31.
The Braves also made their mark in the men's triple jump, where
Jeremiah Saintil secured a sixth-place finish with a leap of 14.74 meters (48-4.5 ft.).
On the women's side, freshman T'La Dewitt led the way in the 400-meter dash, earning a sixth-place finish with a time of 57.18 seconds. Her teammate, sophomore
Brianna Wilson, followed closely behind, placing 13th with a time of 58.36 seconds.
The women's 4x400-meter relay team, consisting of Dewitt, Wilson, freshman Jaleah Netter, and freshman Lanise Chilton, clocked in at 3:55.52, earning a seventh-place finish.
In the women's long jump, junior
Kaylin White showcased her skills with a sixth-place leap of 5.42 meters (17' 9.5"), rounding out a strong day for the Braves.
Alcorn State concludes their indoor season at the SWAC Indoor Track & Field Championships, set for February 22 at the Birmingham CrossPlex.
