Local Spotlight: Dordt University Aims for NAIA Qualifications at Concordia Twilight Today

The Concordia Twilight event is scheduled for today, May 10, 2024, at Bulldog Stadium in Seward, Nebraska. It is an important competition for the Dordt University men's track and field team, who recently won their second consecutive GPAC Outdoor championship. The event, running from noon to 9 PM, is their last chance to qualify for the NAIA Championships on May 22-24. A select group of Dordt athletes will participate.

This year, the Concordia Twilight will feature competitors from various collegiate levels, including teams from both NAIA and NCAA institutions. Notable participants include Saint Mary, Concordia, William Penn, Grand View, NW Missouri, and Central Missouri.

Last year, the event was memorable for Kyle Baumert's performance in the 110m hurdles, though the finals were canceled due to bad weather. This year, athletes are hopeful for favorable conditions to complete all events.

According to the latest rankings from the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association, Dordt University is ranked 16th. This places them among six teams from the Great Plains Athletic Conference in the top 25. The team has shown strength in events like the 400m, 400m hurdles, and 800m.

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