Jacious Sears Dominates at Ted Nelson Invitational with Women’s 60m Dash Win
Tennessee sprint star Jacious Sears sprinted to a world-leading time of 7.10 seconds in the women's 60-meter dash final at the Ted Nelson Invitational, ranking No. 1 in the NCAA this season and surpassing Olympian Aleia Hobbs by one hundredth of a second.
Why It MattersSears' outstanding performance solidifies her position as a top competitor in the NCAA and establishes Tennessee's squad as a promising force early in the indoor season.
By the Numbers- Sears posted a time of 7.10 seconds in the 60-meter dash, ranking No. 1 in the NCAA this season
- Fifth-year senior Emmanuel Bynum finished second in the 400-meter dash with a time of 46.05, ranking No. 2 in the NCAA this season
- Tennessee's squad showed promise with 11 top-three finishes at the Ted Nelson Invitational and a strong showing at the Vanderbilt Invitational
- Several athletes achieved personal bests, showcasing the team's depth and potential
The team will split for upcoming meets, with elite distance runners heading to the John Thomas Terrier Classic and sprinters, hurdlers, pole vaulters, and jumpers traveling to the Bob Pollock Invitational.
Bottom LineJacious Sears' world-leading performance and Tennessee's overall success early in the season demonstrate the team's strength and potential for continued excellence in upcoming competitions.
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