Mizzou brings the heat at Rock Chalk Classic
Mizzou track and field had a strong showing at the Rock Chalk Classic on May 1, 2026, with multiple top finishes and program record performances. The Tigers excelled in distance events and throwing competitions, led by standout performances from Lasse Funck and Sam Innes. Four women placed in the top 10 in the hammer throw, and Mizzou athletes achieved personal bests and top-10 program marks across several events.
- ▪Lasse Funck won the men's 1,500m with a time of 3:41.25, setting a No. 2 program record for Mizzou.
- ▪Sam Innes threw 67.84 meters in the men's hammer throw, while Garik Pozecki set a personal best and No. 9 program mark with 63.61 meters.
- ▪Kaitlyn Morningstar placed second in the women's hammer throw with a distance of 52.48 meters, leading four Tigers in the top 10.
- ▪Tyler Freiner finished second in the men's 5,000m with a time of 14:06.70, earning a No. 10 program record.
- ▪Mizzou placed five athletes in the top 10 of the women's javelin, led by Morgan Cannon's 47.59-meter throw.
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