Idamadudu wins 400m as CU Women's T&F Posts Four Top 5 Finishes at UAB Spring Invitational

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--Cumberland women's track and field turned in strong performances at the UAB Spring Invitational, highlighted by Praise Idamadudu's dominant win in the 400m.

Idamadudu blazed to victory in 53.75 seconds, securing the NAIA 'A' standard and the No. 1 ranking in the nation. Teammate Ezthia Maycock recorded a personal best in the event, finishing 22nd in 58.85, with Ifunanya Muoghalu close behind in 23rd (59.05).

In the field events, Zoe Vlk delivered another impressive showing, finishing second in the shot put with a mark of 13.33m and placing third in the discus (39.90m). She also claimed seventh in the hammer throw with a toss of 42.61m.

Isabelle Aalders secured a runner-up finish in the high jump, clearing 1.66m to earn an NAIA 'B' standard and the 10th-best mark in the nation. Aalders also finished seventh in the javelin throw (36.34m).

On the track, Isabella Lehtinen placed sixth in the 400m hurdles (1:04.92), while Leesa Mutandwa competed in both sprints and jumps, taking 24th in the 200m (26.37) and 12th in the high jump (1.48m).

Cumberland's distance crew saw Lauren Crissenger compete in two events, placing 21st in the 1500m (5:13.42) and 11th in the 2000m steeplechase (8:14.40). Samantha Parker led the Phoenix in the 5000m, finishing 16th in 20:15.95.

The Phoenix will continue their outdoor season next weekend at the University of Tennessee taking part in the Tennessee Relays.

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