LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – The Rider women's track and field team wrapped up day two of the Rider Invitational in record-breaking fashion, highlighted by a standout performance in the 4x400m relay.

The quartet of Hailey Palmer, Tamara Rawles, Amari Pinkett, and Dylan Giloey shattered the program record in the event, clocking a time of 3:48.09 in the 4x400m relay event. 

In the field events, Kianna Tucker and Gabrielle Vetere claimed the top two spots in the pole vault. Vetere cleared 3.60m to take second, while Tucker's winning mark of 3.70m ranks second all-time in Rider history.

Samara Jones added another victory for the Broncs, capturing first place in the triple jump with a leap of 12.22m.

Quotes and Notes
"The women had a great day today. The women continued rolling along and broke a 26 year old record in the 4x400 relay. They have been locked in and competing at such a high level this year. I am very excited for them. (Palmer, Rawles, Pinkett, Giloley)

Sammy Jones had a great meet with another huge performance in the triple jump. She has progressed to a whole new level this year and it is so fun to watch her compete. 

Kianna had a nice day in the vault clearing the number two height all time. It is good to see her hitting a groove as we approach the second half of the season."  – Rider Director of Cross Country, Track & Field Bob Hamer
 
Up Next
The Broncs are next in action on Apr. 24 to compete at the Penn Relays.