"The first day of the meet was a strong showing for both the men's and women's teams — a good way to kick off the season," said VUU Head Track & Field Coach Franck Charles.

Freshman thrower Kornti Searles highlighted the opening day by breaking the indoor school record in the weight throw, setting an early benchmark for the Panthers this season. Fellow freshman Ellis Oshawnna also impressed in the event, delivering a performance that now places her just behind Searles in the program record books.

In the long jump, VUU saw more standout efforts as Angell Garrison and Taylor Porter both opened their seasons with new personal bests, providing additional momentum for the Panthers' early-season success.