NEW HAVEN, Conn. (5/2/26) - Franklin Pierce wrapped up competition at the NE10 Outdoor Championships with a fifth-place finish, totaling 92 points, following a strong two-day performance highlighted by success in the sprints, relays, and throwing events.

On Day Two, the Ravens were led by a standout performance from Issys Price, who earned a runner-up finish in the 100 meters to score eight points after qualifying on Friday. Price also played a key role in the 4x100-meter relay, teaming with Mimi Ortiz, Lanette StJohn, and Sidney Chapman to place second and add another eight points to the team total.

In the hurdles, Lanette StJohn delivered a podium finish in the 400-meter hurdles, placing third and scoring six points, while Mimi Ortiz added two points with a seventh-place finish in the 100-meter hurdles. Chapman also contributed on the track with a sixth-place finish in the 200 meters (three points), and the Ravens picked up additional relay points with a fifth-place finish in the 4x400.

In the field events, Franklin Pierce saw another strong showing in the throws. Destiny Fields highlighted the group with a second-place finish in the discus (eight points), while Emily Nhun added four points with a fifth-place finish in the shot put.

These performances built on a strong Day One effort that included a dominant hammer throw group and multiple podium finishes, helping the Ravens secure a top-five finish in a competitive conference field.

WOMEN'S TOTAL MEDALISTS:
Issys Price – 2nd, 100m; 3rd, Long Jump
Abigail Philbin – 2nd, Hammer Throw
Destiny Fields – 2nd, Discus
Lanette StJohn – 3rd, 400m Hurdles
Lizzy Jones – 3rd, Pole Vault
4x100m Relay (Ortiz, StJohn, Chapman, Price) – 2nd place