The result? A new NCAA Division II record.
The senior from Gortin, Ireland, won the steeplechase at the Oregon Twilight in 9:40.68 by more than 35 seconds over a field of Division I athletes. Her winning time bettered the previous record of 9:47.77 set by Alicja Konieczek in 2018.
Earlier this season, Flanagan became the third-best performer on the all-time chart with her 9:52.70 at the Drake Relays. That is now the seventh-fastest time in the event.
This is the second National Athlete of the Week honor for Flanagan during the outdoor season.
NCAA DIVISION II WOMEN – Cheyenne Williamson, Saginaw Valley State
Freshman | Multis
Cheyenne Williamson earned her rest.