University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Thursday, May 28
Fayetteville, Ark.
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NCAA West First Round
Austin, Mpigachai, Stewart Compete Strongly at NCAA West First Round
5/28/2026 8:38:00 PM | Women's Outdoor Track & Field
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Northern Colorado women's track & field saw a trio of athletes compete Thursday at the NCAA West First Round at John McDonnell Field, highlighted by a personal-best performance from Monique Stewart and a season-best effort from Regina Mpigachai.
Stewart delivered a standout performance in the women's 800 meters, clocking a personal-best time of 2:05.07. The mark not only set a new PR but also improved her standing at No. 2 all-time in program history in the event. Competing in a deep field, Stewart finished sixth in her heat, continuing a strong freshman campaign on the national stage.
In the women's 1500 meters, Mpigachai posted a season-best time of 4:18.08. The senior finished seventh in her heat, capping off another consistent performance against some of the top distance runners in the West Region.
On the track in the 100-meter hurdles, junior Alexia Austin recorded a time of 13.49 seconds, finishing fifth in her heat in a highly competitive sprint field at the national meet.
The trio represented Northern Colorado on one of the sport's biggest stages, with Stewart's personal-best performance headlining the Bears' efforts at the NCAA First Round.
RELAY CLUB: The Relay Club elevates the UNC Track & Field and Cross-Country program by enhancing training resources, providing advanced shoes and apparel, and competitive travel opportunities that allow the Bears to perform at their best. These contributions enhance the student-athlete experience and help ensure the team continues to excel on the track and in the classroom.
Give to the Relay Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS: For complete coverage of UNC Athletics, check out the official homepage at uncbears.com. Follow the cross country and track and field teams on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsTFXC), and Instagram (@UNC_BearsXCTF).
Stewart delivered a standout performance in the women's 800 meters, clocking a personal-best time of 2:05.07. The mark not only set a new PR but also improved her standing at No. 2 all-time in program history in the event. Competing in a deep field, Stewart finished sixth in her heat, continuing a strong freshman campaign on the national stage.
In the women's 1500 meters, Mpigachai posted a season-best time of 4:18.08. The senior finished seventh in her heat, capping off another consistent performance against some of the top distance runners in the West Region.
On the track in the 100-meter hurdles, junior Alexia Austin recorded a time of 13.49 seconds, finishing fifth in her heat in a highly competitive sprint field at the national meet.
The trio represented Northern Colorado on one of the sport's biggest stages, with Stewart's personal-best performance headlining the Bears' efforts at the NCAA First Round.
RELAY CLUB: The Relay Club elevates the UNC Track & Field and Cross-Country program by enhancing training resources, providing advanced shoes and apparel, and competitive travel opportunities that allow the Bears to perform at their best. These contributions enhance the student-athlete experience and help ensure the team continues to excel on the track and in the classroom.
Give to the Relay Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS: For complete coverage of UNC Athletics, check out the official homepage at uncbears.com. Follow the cross country and track and field teams on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsTFXC), and Instagram (@UNC_BearsXCTF).
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