Men's Distance Runners Showcase Talent at the Raleigh Relays

RALEIGH, N.C. – Three Belmont University men's track and field distance runners raced in the highly-competitive and decorated Raleigh Relays late Thursday afternoon and early evening in Raleigh, North Carolina. 

Hosted by North Carolina State, the Bruins battled against some of the nation's toughest competition in the 5000m and the 3000m steeplechase.  

Jacob Ricks and Jack Zettl both achieved personal bests in their competitions. 

Among a field of 205 runners, Ricks clocked a time of 14:45.01 while Zettl closely followed in 14:45.08. 

In the 3000m steeplechase, Kevin Vanderkolk also achieved a personal best. 

Registering a time of 9:06.86, the sophomore claimed 29th overall in a field of nearly 70 runners. 

A complete list of Bruins that competed along with overall finishes can be found below. 

Friday, March 24

5000m 

156th – Jacob Ricks – 14:45.01 

157th – Jack Zettl – 14:45.08 

DNS – Zac Shaffer 

3000m Steeplechase 

29th – Kevin Vanderkolk – 9:06.86 

1500m  

DNS – Kevin Vanderkolk 

What's Next 

The Bruins' distance squad will return to action next weekend at Western Kentucky's Hilltopper Relays in Bowling Green, Kentucky.  

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