Brendon Falconer

March 2, 2001

(Atlanta, GA) - The Invaders' are positioned after day one of the USA Track & Field Indoor Nationals to place 3 athletes in the top five of the heptathlon. "Invaders' Brendon Falconer realistically has a solid shot at taking over the lead and following through on day two to become the Invaders' first national champion of 2001," said head coach Chris Buhler.

Brendon Falconer finished day one in second with 3316 points, Phil McMullen in fourth with 3132 points, and Kamau Sullivan (Pike H.S., IN) in fifth with 3070 points. McMullen improved his best in the shot put with a nearly foot and a half PR. Sullivan jumped 1.96m in the high jump to move from 6th to 5th in the final event of day one.

"It's been a good first day for the multi-event guys and they have put themselves in a great position for tomorrow's conclusion," said the newest member of Invaders' coaching staff, Aron McGuire. Added McGuire, "We have several opportunities to shine on day two in the men's heptathlon and contend for a couple spots on the medal stand. Brendon, Phil, and Kamau each have at least one event where they can make a move in the final day and they look forward to the contest."

The multi-event trio will be joined on the final day of the USATF Indoor National Championships by teammates Lamont Dagen (triple jump), Le'gretta Smith (60 hurdles), Steven Parker (high jump), Carri Long (high jump), Tara Loper (weight throw), Kyle Baker (3000), Collette Liss (Mile), and Priscilla Hein (Mile).

Heptathlon Day One Results:
              60            LJ            SP             HJ  
2 Falconer    7.05 (865)    7.57 (952)    14.06 (732)    1.96 (767)
4 McMullen    7.28 (785)    6.83 (774)    15.70 (833)    1.93 (740)
5 Sullivan    7.18 (819)    6.88 (785)    13.52 (699)    1.96 (767)