Lobo runner Habtom Samuel wins NCAA 5K semifinal
Habtom Samuel, a junior runner from New Mexico, won the NCAA 5K semifinal at the NCAA West Regional Preliminaries. He finished the race in 13 minutes and 38.12 seconds, qualifying for the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Samuel is set to compete in both the 5K and 10K finals, continuing his streak of qualifying for these events every year since joining the team.
- ▪Habtom Samuel won the NCAA 5K semifinal with a time of 13:38.12.
- ▪He is the only Lobo runner to advance from the 5K semifinal.
- ▪The NCAA Outdoor Championships will take place from June 10-13 in Eugene, Oregon.
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