ELLENSBURG, WA- The Central Washington University Track & Field returns to action as they head over to the WSU Cougar Classic in Pullman, WA.
 
MEET INFORMATION:
 
DATE: Friday, April 24, 2026
MEET: WSU Cougar Classic
LOCATION: Mooberry Track Complex (Pullman, WA)
MEET INFORMATION: HERE
LIVE RESULTS: HERE
 
ABOUT THE MEET:

The Wildcats enter the Cougar Classic coming off multiple top 10 finishes and a GNAC record performance from Elise Hopper at Bryan Clay. Hopper broke the conference record in the women's 400 meters with a time of 53.04 and placed fifth in the 200 meters, giving CWU strong momentum entering this weekend.

Central Washington also saw standout relay performances, with the women's 4x100 relay placing fourth and the women's 4x400 relay finishing fifth. In the field events, Josh Boast and Matthew Bender led the way in the triple jump, while Calvon Baker added a top 10 finish in the high jump.

The Wildcats also received strong performances from Payton Conover in the women's 10,000 meters and from Kamila Salanoa, Wes Kriete, and Maliyah Gordon in the throws. Ellie DeGroot added another top 10 results on the track in the 400-meter hurdles.

With the postseason approaching, the Cougar Classic presents another key opportunity for Central Washington athletes to improve marks, build confidence, and prepare for the championship portion of the outdoor season.
 
UP NEXT:

The Wildcats will continue their season with the GNAC Combined Event Championship on Monday, April 27 and Tuesday, April 28 at Recreation Sports Complex (Ellensburg, WA).