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Arkansas track's oldest record tied by Reuben Reina at indoor opener


Published on 2025-01-17 23:25:20 - WholeHogSports
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  • Reina, a redshirt junior, ran the mile in 3 minutes, 55.40 seconds at Randal Tyson Track Center to tie the program record set by Niall O'Shaughnessy in 1977. O'Shaughnessy's time was handheld and Reina was timed electronically.

The article from WholeHogSports discusses an impressive performance by Arkansas track and field athlete Reuben Reina at the Arkansas Invitational, where he tied the oldest record in the program's history. Reina matched the 39-year-old school record in the men's 5,000 meters with a time of 13:47.80, originally set by Paul Donovan in 1985. This event took place at the Randal Tyson Track Center, marking a significant achievement in Arkansas track history. The article highlights the historical context of the record, the excitement around Reina's performance, and the implications for the future of Arkansas track and field.

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