WKU Track & Field Completes Day One at NCAA East Regional

The Western Kentucky Hilltopper Track and Field Team concluded the first day of competition at the NCAA East Regional with freshman Kameron Horton representing WKU in the 100-meter dash. Horton finished with a time of 10.88 seconds, outperforming multiple competitors. Notably, Horton is the first WKU athlete to compete in the 100-meter dash at the NCAA prelims since 2018.

Horton, a native of Louisville, was the sole freshman competing for the Hilltoppers in the NCAA preliminaries. Throughout his freshman season, Horton showcased his versatility by competing in the 100-meter dash, the 110-meter hurdles, and the 200-meter dash. In his six meets, Horton achieved top-five finishes on six occasions, including two first-place finishes: one in the 100-meter dash at the Joe Walker Invitational and another in the 200-meter dash at the Hilltopper Relays.

At the Conference USA Outdoor Championships, Horton set a new personal record in the 100-meter dash, finishing in 10.25 seconds, which qualified him for the NCAA East Regional.

Looking ahead, Ajla Basic is set to compete in the women’s hammer throw on Thursday at 9 a.m. CT.

The Hilltopper Track and Field Team remains hopeful for continued success as the NCAA East Regional progresses, with athletes like Horton paving the way for future Hilltopper competitors.

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