Whyte's Season Comes to a Close at NCAA Semifinals

Thursday, June 6

Austin, Texas

Florida Atlantic

NCAA Championships Finals

6/6/2019 10:14:00 PM | Women's XC/Track & Field

AUSTIN, Texas – After putting together one of the most impressive seasons by any Florida Atlantic University student-athlete, track and field's Natalliah Whyte's season ended on Thursday night in the NCAA Semifinals in Austin, Texas. Whyte finished fourth in her heat, putting her two spots away from the qualifying mark.

Coach Smolka's Take

"Tonight did not go like we wanted it to go, but that does not take away from a tremendous season for Natalliah. She was indoor double C-USA champion and Runner of the Year, outdoor C-USA champion in the 100 meter, new FAU record holder in the 100 and 200, first FAU runner to qualify for NCAA finals and finishing 16th in the country. So, although today did not go as scripted, we commend Natalliah for an unbelievable and historic season. We are excited for the future!"

Quick Hits

Whyte finished fourth in her heat and 16th overall in the field with a time of 11.35. The top two finishers from each of the three heats plus the next two fastest times advanced to the finals
The St. Catherine, Jamaica native was the first FAU track and field athlete to qualify for the NCAA Championships in the program's 19-year history after running a school record time of 11.16 in the East Regionals
Whyte's impressive season included winning gold in the 100 meter dash at the Conference USA Championship earlier this season

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