Melvin Hodge and Riley Gardner represented the Illinois College track and field program on April 25 during the final day of the Drake Relays at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa.
The event highlighted individual performances from both athletes. Gardner placed 17th in the high jump with a clearance of 1.61 meters, while Hodge finished 15th in the hammer throw after recording a distance of 58.84 meters.
Illinois College Blue Boys Men’s Track and Field supports student-athletes in achieving a balance between academics and athletics while fostering team spirit and individual accomplishments, according to the official athletics website . The program participates under NCAA Division III guidelines as part of the Midwest Athletic Conference according to the official athletics website.
The college-level track and field program offers student-athletes opportunities to compete, grow, and succeed academically according to the official athletics website. It functions as an integral part of Illinois College’s athletic offerings according to the official athletics website.
Next week, Illinois College is scheduled to travel to Monmouth for the Fighting Scot Invite. The meet is set for Saturday with competition beginning at 10:30 a.m.
