Igwenagu’s Podium Finish in Triple Jump Highlights Productive Day 3 at AAC Outdoor Track Championships

Friday, May 10

San Antonio, Texas

Temple University

AAC Outdoor Track & Field Championships

Obiamaka Igwenagu @ AAC Outdoor Championships

Igwenagu’s Podium Finish in Triple Jump Highlights Productive Day 3 at AAC Outdoor Track Championships

5.12.24 | Women's Track and Field

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SAN ANTONIO, Texas — The Temple Women's Track & Field concluded the American Athletic Conference Championships in San Antonio, Texas with a standout performance in triple jump on Day 3.

The Owls finished with 13 points, placing 13th in the team standings.

Obiamaka Igwenagu was the highlight, earning a bronze medal in the triple jump with a substantial personal record. The Owls saw two athletes score points for the Cherry & White on Day 3.

How It Happened

> Igwenagu led the way in the triple jump, leaping 12.83 meters (42-05.25) to place third overall and earn a podium finish. Inara Shell jumped 12.28 meters (40-03.5) to place 11th.

> In the high jump, Amira Green placed fifth with a new personal-record height of 1.76 meters (5-09.25). Nicole Castor placed 11th, jumping 1.63 meters (5-04.25).

Full results can be found here.

Up Next

Next up, the Owls will await the selection of the NCAA East Regional. The three-day event is hosted at the University of Kentucky from May 22-25.