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Which players will define baseball in 2025?

Here’s a look forward at 2025 as we try to guess who will define Major League Baseball in the upcoming season. (Again, we’re looking only at players not featured in our 2024 list, linked above.) But who will be the top names of 2025? Obviously, some will be the same. Who else though? All right, […]

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Which players will define baseball in 2025?

Here’s a look forward at 2025 as we try to guess who will define Major League Baseball in the upcoming season. (Again, we’re looking only at players not featured in our 2024 list, linked above.)
But who will be the top names of 2025? Obviously, some will be the same. Who else though?
All right, this is cheating. We said at the top that we weren’t going to include anyone who made our list of the top players of 2024, and Ohtani was, of course, atop that list. But that was Ohtani the DH. He didn’t pitch, but he is going to this year, getting back to his jaw-dropping two-way feats. Man, can’t you just not wait?
The A’s have been a lot more aggressive this offseason than many might have anticipated, and you have to wonder if Butler’s emergence is one of the primary reasons why. After being sent back to the Minors on May 14, Butler returned to the big leagues in June and, thanks to some tweaks to his swing, was simply one of the best hitters in baseball for the next four months. Butler and Brent Rooker look like the new Bash Brothers, and Butler (a perfect 18-for-18 in stolen bases last year) might put up a 30-30 season in 2025.
So his rookie season did not quite turn out the way most of us, least of all the Orioles, thought it was going to. But let’s not forget just how heralded of a prospect Holliday was, just how much raw talent he has, and that he just turned 21. It’s going to break through at some point, and probably soon. While his younger brother, Ethan, is now MLB Pipeline’s No. 1 Draft prospect for 2025, don’t be surprised if Big Brother is the one who makes everyone’s jaws drop this year.
It has been a while — a long while — since we saw deGrom over a full season. In fact, we’ve barely seen him at all lately, with just 41 innings in two seasons since signing with the Rangers. He hasn’t pitched more than 15 games since 2019. But we all still remember who this guy is when he’s healthy, right? deGrom finished ninth in NL Cy Young voting in ’21 despite pitching in only 15 games. (That 1.08 ERA helped.) His cameo at the end of ’24 (1.69 ERA over 10 2/3 innings) sets him up well for a normal offseason and a return to form in ’25, and if he can stay on the hill … well, he might just be the best pitcher in baseball. When deGrom is right, no one else is really all that close. That’s a big if. But it could happen.
The Tigers’ efforts to rebuild around young players have not all quite panned out — though there is still time for the likes of Casey Mize and Spencer Torkelson — but Greene sure has. He put up All-Star numbers in 2024 — he and Kerry Carpenter have been the central drivers of this offense — and, at the age of 24, Greene is only getting better. These are exciting times for Detroit sports right now, and Greene is set up to be a Tigers centerpiece for the next half-decade. He’s also a blast to watch. He might be your favorite player; you just don’t know it yet.
J-Rod has been primed for an MVP season for a couple of years now, but it should be noted that he has taken steps backward since his spectacular debut in 2022. In both of the past two seasons, his batting average, OBP, slugging and WAR total all have dropped. Rodriguez is still the best hitter on the Mariners, though, and no one’s worried. It would be useful if the Mariners could get him a little lineup help, but more than anything else, you wonder if he’s going to make a power jump here in the next year or so after launching only 20 homers in 2024. J-Rod has played three full seasons and he’s still only 23 years old. We’ve seen what he can do when he’s on a hot streak. One of these days, he’s going to put that together for a full season.
The No. 2 pick in the 2023 MLB Draft made it up for 31 games in 2024 and didn’t quite take the Majors by storm, hitting .218 with only three homers. But you don’t have to squint to see Crews’ otherworldly talent. Crews basically does everything well, and now that his plate discipline is coming along, he and fellow Nats outfielder James Wood might be ready to help lead this team back toward serious contention. He’s the No. 1 MLB Pipeline prospect right now. He’ll be an All-Star any minute.
Will he be the best Cub since … peak Kris Bryant? Sammy Sosa? It remains to be seen if Tucker will remain at Wrigley Field beyond this season, but for 2025, he’s the superstar this fanbase has been waiting for. His arrival instantly makes the Cubs the favorites in the NL Central, and the regulars at the Friendly Confines are going to love him. For years we’ve been saying he’s underrated, underappreciated, even under-seen. That’s not going to be a problem when he’s wearing a Cubs uniform.
Mookie is headed back to shortstop this year, though it’s easy to lose track of what position he is even playing anymore. It’s funny how Betts — you know, the 2018 American League MVP, the almost-certain Hall of Famer, the three-time World Series champion — almost got lost this past season in Los Angeles. Shohei Ohtani had his incredible season, Freddie Freeman became a postseason hero, and Betts missed 45 games in the middle of the 2024 season with a fractured left hand and was moving all over the field. There may be no more quintessential ballplayer than Betts, and here’s betting we see him for a lot more than 116 games in 2025. Maybe he’ll just go out and win another MVP Award.
In 2021, Guerrero had an MVP-quality season, and he’d have won the award if Shohei Ohtani hadn’t been out there, doing Ohtani things. But for all the excitement about Vlad Jr., he took steps back in ’22 and ‘23, to the point that many wondered if he’d ever reach those levels again. In ’24, he did: His OPS+ was 166, just below 2019’s 167, and he hit .323 on the season, the highest average of his career. As you have probably heard, he’s going to be a free agent after this year because the Blue Jays never did work out an extension with him. That means we’ll be talking about him essentially every day for eight months, once the season begins. And for good reason.
De La Cruz was an outstanding, but significantly flawed, player in 2023. He was even better, with fewer flaws, in ’24. What in the world is he going to be in ’25? De La Cruz can do anything on a ballfield, and he has shown the ability to improve upon his weaknesses. This makes sense: He is, after all, only about to turn 23 on Jan. 11 and figures to keep evolving and improving every year. I can only assume, by 2028, he’ll be able to fly. (And he’ll still be only 26.)
Chourio started last season as the youngest player in baseball — debuting on Opening Day just 18 days past his 20th birthday — and ended it that way as well. But while he began 2024 a little green and occasionally a little overwhelmed by big-league pitching, he finished it as the best hitter on a division-winning team. Chourio is the sort of superstar you build whole teams around, which is exactly what the Brewers are doing. (Don’t forget, he’s now under club control through 2033, thanks to an extension he signed before that debut.) Chourio may be repping the Brew Crew in the All-Star Game as soon as this year … and he may win an MVP Award before you’re quite ready for him to.
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James F Davenport Obituary – Pasadena (1940-2025)

James F. Davenport, Jr. OBITUARY James Franklin Davenport Jr., born on August 2, 1940, Pasadena, California, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was the beloved son of James Franklin Davenport Sr. and Margaret Ives Davenport and brother of Eleanor “Nonie” Travers (deceased). Jeff, as he was affectionately known, derived […]

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James Franklin Davenport Jr., born on August 2, 1940, Pasadena, California, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was the beloved son of James Franklin Davenport Sr. and Margaret Ives Davenport and brother of Eleanor “Nonie” Travers (deceased).

Jeff, as he was affectionately known, derived from the initials of his first and middle names, JF, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He spent most all of his 84 years in Pasadena, attending Polytechnic School, Menlo School, and later the University of Southern California, where he was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity and was also a world class swimmer and water polo player.

Jeff went on to enjoy a successful career in finance spanning more than 50 years, working with EF Hutton, Alex. Brown & Sons, Deutsche Bank, Lehman Brothers, Jefferies, and later RBC. He was renowned for his natural charm, his inquisitiveness with everyone he encountered, his profound work ethic, and his unwavering dedication to exceeding his client’s expectations.

Outside of his professional life, Jeff found immense joy in owning thoroughbred horses for decades, with a special fondness for Santa Anita and Del Mar. He was also an avid golfer, runner, and hiker. The Davenport family has been proud members of the Valley Hunt Club in Pasadena for over 65 years. Jeff was the last living Count in the Visart de De Bury et de Bocarme noble line.

Jeff’s passing leaves a deep void in the hearts of his family, friends, and the many others whose lives he touched. His infectious smile, positivity, generous spirit, and sharp sense of humor brought out the best in those lucky enough to know him. His unwavering commitment to spreading love and kindness was truly unmatched.

Though his physical presence is no longer with us, Jeff’s spirit will continue to inspire and uplift those who loved him. He is survived by his four children and their spouses: Jamie (Susie), Jonathan, Caroline (Bianca), Beau (Briana) and grandsons, Luke, James, Mark, and Hugo.

In accordance with the family’s wishes, private services will be held.



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Kate Pearson Chosen to Participate in Women’s Coaches Academy by WeCOACH

Story Links GLASSBORO, NJ – Rowan women’s basketball coach Kate Pearson as been named by WeCOACH as a participant in the NCAA Women Coaches Academy (WCA) and the 8th class of NCAA Academy 2.0, set to take place May 18th to 21st, in Denver.   Hosted in collaboration with the NCAA, […]

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GLASSBORO, NJ – Rowan women’s basketball coach Kate Pearson as been named by WeCOACH as a participant in the NCAA Women Coaches Academy (WCA) and the 8th class of NCAA Academy 2.0, set to take place May 18th to 21st, in Denver.
 
Hosted in collaboration with the NCAA, these impactful Academies offer multi-day transformational experiences focused on leadership development and personal growth for women coaches from all sports and collegiate levels, including both two-year and four-year institutions.  
 
This year, over 100 women coaches will gather in Denver, with 85 coaches participating in the NCAA WCA and 18 advancing through the NCAA Academy 2.0 program. These women represent 24 different sports, including several NCAA emerging sports, and come from a diverse collection of institutions across NCAA Divisions I, II, and III, as well as the NAIA, 3C2A, NJCAA, and NWAC.  
 
In her first season at Rowan, Pearson led the Profs to a 17-9 overall record and the fourth seed in the NJAC Championship.
 
May 19-21 NCAA Women Coaches Academy Class #54 Participants:  
Claire Abele | Butte College – Head Coach, Soccer   
Devan Acosta | Hanover College – Head Coach, Golf  
Lindsay Allman | Florida State University – Associate Head Coach, Volleyball  
Lauryn Andrew | Concordia University-Irvine – Graduate Assistant Coach, Volleyball  
Miranda Armstrong | Pomona-Pitzer Colleges – Associate Head Coach, Soccer  
Sloane Baumgartner | Elmhurst University – Head Coach, Lacrosse  
Emily Bitka | Daemen University – Head Coach, Lacrosse  
Jenn Blomme | Whitman College – Head Coach, Swimming  

Eileen Bringman | Cornell University – Associate Head Coach, Swimming & Diving  

Laura Broderick | Yale University – Assistant Coach, Cross Country, Track & Field  
Jasmine Brown | Oberlin College – Head Coach, Volleyball  
Lynnzee Brown | Pennsylvania State University – Assistant Coach, Gymnastics  

Daiysa Burrell | Norfolk State University – Assistant Coach, XC, Track & Field  

Kendra Bush | Rochester Institute of Technology – Assistant Coach, XC, Track & Field  
Karen Byers | Seattle Pacific University – Head Coach, Basketball  
Jasmine Chambers | South Carolina State University – Assistant Coach, Volleyball  

Erin Chrissobolis | Ohio Northern University – Assistant Coach, Swimming & Diving  
Adeline Chung-Feder | Wagner College – Assistant Coach, Fencing  
Shannon Coughlin | UW Green Bay – Assistant Coach, Volleyball  
Alexandria Courtney | Minot State University – Head Coach, Volleyball  
Vinsetta Covington | Kentucky State University – Assistant Coach, Basketball  

Chloe Curtis | Loyola Marymount University – Head Coach, XC, Track & Field  
Jeanne Czipri | Central College (Iowa) – Head Coach, Volleyball  
Jessica Darmelio | Carmel High School – Head Coach, Basketball  
Arla Davis | McDaniel College – Assistant Coach, Field Hockey  
Melissa DeVore | Coker University – Head Coach, Basketball  
Amy Donovan | University of Alaska Fairbanks – Head Coach, Basketball  

Kaycie Dunkerley | Lewis & Clark College – Assistant Coach, Basketball  
Maisie Elston | Mount St. Joseph University – Head Coach, Basketball  
Catherine Ely | Bryn Mawr College – Head Coach, Crew  
Uloma Enyogasi | Lynn University – Assistant Coach, Basketball  
Alyxx Estrada | Regis University – Assistant Coach, Softball  
Amanda Evans | New Mexico Highlands University – Head Coach, Soccer  
Hillary Fitts | Hofstra University – Head Coach, Field Hockey  
Allison Fordyce | Susquehanna University – Head Coach, Field Hockey  
Marissa Fortuna | St. Lawrence University – Graduate Assistant Coach, Soccer  
Lindsey Garcia | Occidental College – Head Coach, Water Polo  
Mahogany Green | Hamilton College – Head Coach, Basketball  
Katie Guns | St. Norbert College – Head Coach, Soccer  
Elyssa Hawkins | Biola University – Assistant Coach, Water Polo  
Madison Heck | Virginia Wesleyan University – Head Coach, Lacrosse  

Shirlynn Hight | Talladega College – Head Coach, Acrobatics & Tumbling  
Gabrielle Holko | Susquehanna University – Head Coach, Basketball  
Katie Horton | Florida State University – Director of Operations, Beach Volleyball  
Cornysia Island | University of Arkansas – Pine Bluff – Assistant Coach, Volleyball  
Kellis Johnson | Dominican University – Assistant Coach, Soccer  
Jenna Kalwa | University of Saint Joseph – Head Coach, Soccer  
Maile’ana Kanewa-Hermelyn | University of Michigan – Assistant Coach, Gymnastics  
Brehan Kelley | PennWest Clarion – Head Coach, Swimming  
Abigail Kemble | Eastern University – Head Coach, Field Hockey  
Nina Klein | Quinnipiac University – Head Coach, Field Hockey  
Megan Kronschnabel | Claremont Mudd Scripps – Assistant Coach, Volleyball  
Courtney Kust | Hope College – Associate Head Coach, Basketball  
Moneshia McKenney | Clemson University – Assistant Coach, Volleyball  
Erica Metz | Millersville University – Assistant Coach, Field Hockey  

Baylee Mires | University of Louisville – Assistant Coach, XC, Track & Field  
Brittney Morris | St. Mary’s College of Maryland – Head Coach, Lacrosse  

Raina Nolan | Emmanuel University – Head Coach, Acrobatics & Tumbling  
Haley Overstreet | Sewanee, The University of the South – Head Coach, Field Hockey  
Sara Pasour | University of North Carolina at Pembroke – Assistant Coach, Volleyball  
Kate Pearson | Rowan University – Head Coach, Basketball  
Ana Pego | Quinnipiac University – Assistant Coach, Volleyball  
Barbara Perkins | University of Denver – Head Coach, Triathlon  
Megan Rabenberg | Loyola University Maryland – Assistant Coach, Rowing  
Madeline Reed | Kutztown University – Assistant Coach, Soccer  
Erin Reeves | Colby College – Head Coach, Tennis  

Kaitlyn Reny | University of Redlands – Assistant Coach, Swimming & Diving  
Kelly Rider | Curry College – Head Coach, Hockey  
Toccara Ross | Central Michigan University – Assistant Coach, Basketball  
Erin Schneidtmiller | University of Louisville – Assistant Coach, Field Hockey  
Katelyn Sherman | Ave Maria University – Head Coach, Lacrosse  
Janelle Silver-Martin | Florida Gulf Coast University – Assistant Coach, Basketball  
Katie Smith | Xavier University – Head Coach, Soccer  
Claire Sporer | Michigan State University – Strength Coach, Basketball  
Hannah Tepper | Trinity College – Assistant Coach, Field Hockey  
Arli Tilves | Carnegie Mellon University – Assistant Coach, Swimming  
Julieta Toledo | The Ohio State University – Assistant Coach, Fencing  
Arieon Trinity | Agnes Scott College – Head Coach, Volleyball  
Melissa Valenzuela | Illinois Wesleyan University – Head Coach, Flag Football  
Amy Vaughan | Nova Southeastern University – Head Coach, Soccer  
Jae-Lyn Visscher | University of South Florida – Assistant Coach, Beach Volleyball  
Lauren Voigt | The College of Wooster – Head Coach, Field Hockey  
Janice Washington | Lincoln University – Head Coach, Basketball  
Shannon Witzel | Spalding University – Head Coach, Lacrosse  
Doshia Woods | University of Denver – Head Coach, Basketball  
 
 
 



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Salpointe boys volleyball will compete for first state championship in 31 years

Share Tweet Share Share Email Salpointe after it won the Salpointe Boys Volleyball Invitational championship April 12. The Lancers have not lost since (Andy Morales/AllSportsTucson.com) Salpointe’s boys volleyball team won the first state championship in the history of the sport at the high school level […]

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Salpointe after it won the Salpointe Boys Volleyball Invitational championship April 12. The Lancers have not lost since (Andy Morales/AllSportsTucson.com)

Salpointe’s boys volleyball team won the first state championship in the history of the sport at the high school level in 1994 in a 2-1 score over Canyon del Oro.

The Lancers challenged for their second state title in 2001 and 2011 but fell short both times.

No. 8 Salpointe (29-8) will get another shot for their first title since 1994 when it plays No. 3 ALA-Queen Creek (34-7) on Saturday in the 4A state championship at 1 p.m. at Mesa Skyline High School.

Salpointe is on a memorable run, winning 15 straight matches, dating to April 11.

The victory ride includes an upset of No. 1 seed Glendale Deer Valley 3-1 (25-11, 20-25, 25-18, 25-17) on the road in a quarterfinal match Tuesday. The Lancers then traveled to No. 5 Prescott on Thursday and won 3-1 (25-19, 22-25, 25-19, 25-22).

Among the Salpointe leaders in the win over Prescott was Reyes Gardner–Figueroa, who had 14 digs and two aces.

The victory was Salpointe’s 16th straight on the road dating to last season.

SALPOINTE LEADERS

Hitting Percentage
Shane Palmer, Soph., MH — .410
Alexander Owens, Sr., OH/MB — .408
Dawson Leber, Sr., OH — .336

Kills
Dawson Leber Sr., OH — 327
Lehi Rocha So., MB/OH — 287

Assists
Antony Owens, So., S — 790

Serving Aces
Antony Owens, Soph., S — 44

Total Blocks
Alexander Owens, Sr., OH/MB — 68
Lehi Rocha, Soph., MB/OH — 57

Digs
Reyes Gardner-Figueroa, Jr., L/S, 279










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Jennifer Chow Joins Long Beach State As Associate Athletic Director Of Marketing Strategy And Fan Engagement

LONG BEACH, Calif. – Long Beach State Athletics is excited to welcome Jennifer Chow who will be joining the department in a new position as the Associate Athletic Director of Marketing Strategy and Fan Engagement.   A proven leader in college athletics marketing bringing over a decade of experience from both Power 5 and Mid-Major […]

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LONG BEACH, Calif. – Long Beach State Athletics is excited to welcome Jennifer Chow who will be joining the department in a new position as the Associate Athletic Director of Marketing Strategy and Fan Engagement.
 
A proven leader in college athletics marketing bringing over a decade of experience from both Power 5 and Mid-Major Universities, Chow has a deep understanding of fan experience, storytelling and brand strategy.
 
Most recently leading the Stanford fan experience unit as its senior director, Chow played a major role in numerous noteworthy projects, including a victory celebration celebrating Women’s Basketball Head Coach Tara VanDerveer’s record breaking 1,203rd victory.  Managing a large budget and a high performing team, her efforts enhancing in-game production and elevating fan experience with the Cardinal since 2021.
 
Prior to her time at Stanford, Chow was the Director of Marketing and Fan Experience at Washington State, working primarily with Football and Men’s Basketball, where she won a Single-Game Sales Campaign award for her efforts supporting the jersey retirement of Klay Thompson. She also has Big West experience as a director, working for three seasons at Cal Poly, managing all marketing and fan experience efforts for the Mustangs.
 

This position marks a return to her start in collegiate athletics professionally, as Chow worked with Long Beach State Athletics while earning her Master’s Degree in Sport Management. After her graduation, she went on to work as an intern for the NCAA in Championships & Alliances in Indianapolis before joining Louisiana State as an Assistant Director of Marketing, where she spent two years.
 
“Her career has been marked by innovation, collaboration and results,” said Gladie Jaffe, Deputy Athletics Director. “She’s produced game-changing campaigns, record-breaking celebrations, and unforgettable moments across multiple sports. I’m thrilled she’s returning home to lead us into a new era of engagement, revenue generation, brand advancement, and community connection.”
 
“I’m incredibly honored and proud to return to Long Beach State—a university that played a pivotal role in shaping both my personal and professional journey,” said Chow. “Stepping into this role truly feels like coming home. With a renewed perspective and deep sense of purpose, I’m committed to elevating our rich traditions, amplifying the voices of our student-athletes, and advancing the Long Beach State Athletics brand with creativity, integrity, and passion. I am excited for the opportunity to contribute and grow—Let’s Go Beach!”
 



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Louisville’s Women, Duke Men Lead ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships After Two Days

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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (theACC.com) – After two days of the 2025 Atlantic Coast Conference Outdoor Track & Field Championships, the Louisville women and Duke men sit atop the leaderboards. The Duke men hold a 16-point advantage over second-place North Carolina, while Louisville boasts a much slimmer two-point lead over California. Throughout the first two days of the ACC Championships, 13 total Kentner Stadium facility records have fallen.
 
Notre Dame’s Jadin O’Brien became a four-time ACC Champion by winning the heptathlon with an ACC Championship record of 6,220 points. The senior won all seven events over the course of two days and broke the 10-year-old meet record by 163 points. O’Brien, who was the national runner-up in 2024, was joined on the podium by her teammate Alaina Brady and Louisville’s Lucy Fellows, who finished in second and third, respectively. O’Brien also became the first Notre Dame student-athlete to ever win the ACC title in the heptathlon.
 

NC State’s Angelina Napoleon set the ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championship record in the women’s 3000-meter steeplechase on Friday, crossing the finish line in 9:27.85. Napoleon shattered the previous record by more than 13 seconds on her way to victory. Louisville’s Layla Roebke finished second (9:54.20), while North Carolina’s Sydney Masciarelli took third (9:57.75) with all three podium finishes being personal bests.
 
Louisville’s Paul Kallenberg won his second ACC decathlon championship on Friday, while his teammate, KJ Byrd, finished second. The 2023 ACC Champion logged a personal-best 7,944 points on his way to earning the gold medal. Byrd finished with 7,849 points, while North Carolina’s Max Stakun-Pickering logged 7,596 points for a third-place finish.
 

In the women’s long jump, Stanford’s Alyssa Jones became the Cardinal’s first-ever ACC outdoor track & field gold medalist, with a jump of 6.54 meters (21-5.5). Her mark was just two-hundredths of a meter shy of the meet record. Louisville’s Synclair Savage captured second, while Jones’ Stanford teammate Teagan Zwaanstra finished in third place.
 
A pair of freshmen claimed the top two spots on the men’s long jump podium with NC State’s Tyson Adams claiming the crown. The Wolfpack newcomer posted a mark of 7.69 meters (25-2.75) to sneak past Cal’s Trevor Rogers (7.66m/25-1.75). Duke’s Maxwell Forte was the bronze medalist with a 7.52-meter (24-8.25) mark.
 

Duke’s Simen Guttormsen swept the ACC pole vault championships, winning both the indoor and outdoor titles on the year. The 2025 NCAA Indoor Track & Field national champion cleared 5.50 meters (18-0.5) on Friday to win the gold medal. Louisville’s Lucas Couron, California’s Tyler Burns and Virginia Tech’s Conner McClure all finished tied for second, clearing 5.31 meters (17-5) on their second attempts.
 
Facility records fell in several preliminary events on the track, including the men’s and women’s 100-meter dash, women’s 100-meter hurdles, women’s 400-meter dash and men’s pole vault. North Carolina’s Makayla Paige also tied the facility record in the women’s 800-meter run.
 
 
Top-Three Event Finishers
Women’s Heptathlon

  1. Jadin O’Brien, Notre Dame, 6220 points [MR, FR]

  2. Alaina Brady, Notre Dame, 5751 points

  3. Lucy Fellows, Louisville, 5603 points

 
Men’s Decathlon

  1. Paul Kallenberg, Louisville, 7,944 points

  2. KJ Byrd, Louisville, 7,849 points

  3. Max Stakun-Pickering, 7,596 points

 
Women’s Long Jump

  1. Alyssa Jones, Stanford, 6.54m (21-5.5) [FR]

  2. Synclair Savage, Louisville, 6.41m (21-0.5)

  3. Teagan Zwaanstra, Stanford, 6.26m (20-6.5)

 
Women’s Shot Put

  1. Jayden Ulrich, Louisville, 17.56m (57-7.5)

  2. Lucija Leko, California, 16.80m (55-1.5)

  3. Caisa-Marie Lindfors, California, 16.67m (54-8.25)

 
Men’s Shot Put

  1. Tommy Kitchell, North Carolina, 20.18m (66-2.5)

  2. Noah Koch, Louisville, 18.44m (60-6)

  3. Nicholas Bodbehere, California, 18.21m (59-9)

 
Men’s Long Jump

  1. Tyson Adams, NC State, 7.69m (25-2.75)

  2. Trevor Rogers, California, 7.66m (25-1.75)

  3. Maxwell Forte, Duke, 7.52m (24-8.25)

 
Men’s Pole Vault

  1. Simen Guttormsen, Duke, 5.60m (18-4.5) [FR]

  2. Lucas Couron, Louisville; Tyler Burns, California; Conner McClure, Virginia Tech, 5.31m (17-5)

 
Women’s 3000m Steeplechase

  1. Angelina Napoleon, NC State, 9:27.85 [MR]

  2. Layla Roebke, Louisville, 9:54.20

  3. Sydner Masciarelli, North Carolina, 9:57.75

 
Men’s 3000m Steeplechase

  1. Brett Gardner, NC State, 8:40.55

  2. CJ Singleton, Notre Dame, 8:42.41

  3. Declan Rymer, Virginia Tech, 8:42.65

 
MR – Meet Record
FR – Facility Record
 
Women’s Team Scores (7 of 21 events scored)





















1. Louisville 44 points
2. California 42
3. Notre Dame 38
4. Virginia Tech 31
5. Virginia 20
6, Stanford 18
7. Duke 16
8. NC State 15
9. North Carolina 13
10. Florida State 9
11. Pitt 7
T-12. Georgia Tech 4
  SMU 4
  Syracuse 4
T-15. Clemson 3
  Wake Forest 3
16. Miami 2
17. Boston College 0

 
Men’s Team Scores (8 of 21 events scored)




















1. Duke 57 points
2. North Carolina 41
3. Louisville 37.33
4. California 34.83
5. Virginia Tech 27.33
6. NC State 24
7. Notre Dame 17
8. Stanford 15.5
9. Virginia 13
10. Syracuse 12
11. Miami 10
12. Florida State 9
13. Pitt 7
14. Wake Forest 4
15. Georgia Tech 3
T-16. Boston College 0
  Clemson 0

 
 





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