The Virginia Union University women's track & field team opened its 2026 indoor season with a strong showing at the VCU Invitational, using the meet as an important early-season tune-up following winter break.

"The VCU Invitational was a great opportunity for us to knock the rust off and get some quality work in at our first meet since returning from winter break," said VUU Head Track & Field Coach Franck Charles. "Our main focus was getting our athletes back into competitive shape, and while some inconsistency was expected this early in the season, we showed up and competed well across the board."

The Lady Panthers turned in several standout performances, highlighted by a record-breaking effort from Jadah Pringle, who set a new school record in the shot put with a throw of 11.98 meters. Pringle's mark earned her a spot in the finals and established a new program standard.

Natalie Young also delivered an impressive performance, placing third overall in the 800 meters.

VUU's 4x400 relay team posted a strong finish, placing third overall. The relay squad consisted of:

• Victoria Louis
• Toni Middlebrooks
• Christal Rolack
• Jai-Lyn Johnson

Additionally, Angell Garrison advanced to the finals in the triple jump, recording a season-best mark of 11.00 meters.