Charlottesville, Va. - The University of Findlay track and field teams competed on Saturday, April 18, highlighted by action at the University of Virginia's Virginia Challenge, where the Oilers faced a strong field of national-level competition.

Findlay turned in several strong performances throughout the day, including an event win, top-10 finishes, and personal bests across both the men's and women's programs.

Notable Results – April 18 
Men
-Alex Mutchler (Sr.) won the pole vault with a clearance of 5.12m (16-9.5), surpassing the NCAA Provisional Standard of 4.87m.
-K.J. Upshaw (Sr.) placed 6th in the 200m with a season-best time of 21.79.
-Tyler Thompson (Fr.) finished 7th in the 200m, crossing in 21.96.
-Evan Kreais (So.) placed 11th in the high jump with a personal-best clearance of 1.96m (6-5).
-Charles Schmiesing (Fr.) took 15th in the discus with a personal-best mark of 49.39m.

Women
-Leah Smith (Jr.) placed 6th in the 200m Invite with a season-best time of 23.75, surpassing the NCAA provisional standard (24.08).

The Oilers will return to competition at the Mount Union Classic on Wednesday, April 22 in Alliance, Ohio.