Roos Wrap Up Washburn Open with Season Best

Friday, February 2

Topeka, KS

Kansas City

Washburn Open

Photo by: Ryan Weaver Photography

Roos Wrap Up Washburn Open with Season Best

2/4/2024 12:00:00 AM | Track and Field

Bailey Leads Track & Field’s Efforts at Washburn Open

TOPEKA, Kan. - Track and Field travelled a small group to the Washburn Open. Taylor Bailey made waves in the Summit League standings in the tenth spot after claiming second place with a solid 1.63m height. Jaleesa McWashington clinched a solid third spot, pulling off her best jump of the season at 5.74m. Right beside her, teammate McKenzie Pearson claimed the fifth place with a jump of 5.72m—just a hair away from her personal best at 5.75m. McWashington and Pearson are holding steady in the league standings for women's long jump, locking in at sixth and sixth, respectively. With the Summit League Indoor Championships in sight, the Roos are sharpening their skills

Notable Results

Women's
Long Jump
3. Jaleesa McWashington - 5.74m (18-10.0) SB
5. McKenzie Pearson - 5.72m (18-09.25)

Triple Jump
17. Imari Roach - 10.79m (35-04.75)
20. Juliana Lupercio - 10.53m (34-06.75)
26. Kaycee Factor - 9.92m (32-06.50)

High Jump
2. Taylor Bailey - 1.63m (5-04.25) * PR

Pentathlon
16. Naomi Eyanagho - 2619

Men's
Long Jump
5. Nahshon Houston - 7.22m (23-08.25)
9. Brant Wilson - 6.89m (22-07.25)
16. Victor Sewankambo - 6.69m (21-11.50)
19. Gabriel Salas- Mendoza - (6.65m (21-10.00)

Triple Jump
22. Hunter Ross - 13.06m ( 42-10.25)

NEXT UP
The Roos are set to journey to Pittsburg, Kan for the annual Gorilla Classic on February 9th and 10th.