Thomas McConnelee opened the outdoor season in style, with a Roberts Wesleyan University school record in the discus. The mark came on the first throw of his collegiate career, hitting 54.67 meters. The native of Castile, New York ranks first in the NCCAA and fourth in NCAA Division II after his first meet. McConnelee won the Redhawks Invitational, finishing first out of 12 competitors in the home event.
Nominees: Caleb Cablish, Asbury University; Charles Jones, Sterling College; Thomas McConnelee, Roberts Wesleyan University; Obed West, Malone University