In a remarkable display of athletic prowess, William Amponsah of Ghana shattered the WT school record in the 10,000-meter event, just moments after Harry Louradour had set a new benchmark.
Amponsah, Louradour Break School Record at Bryan Clay Inviational https://t.co/rys063ZlxK
— West Texas A&M Athletics (@WTBuffNation) April 12, 2024
Amponsah’s stellar performance, clocking in at 28 minutes flat, marked his second outing for the 2024 outdoor season and cemented his name atop the Buff’s best in the discipline.
🇬🇭National Record Alert
🇬🇭William Amponsah has broken his 10,000m NR (29.50.99) set at the African games after he run a sizzling 28.00.09 in his second outdoor race of the season.
@WilliamAmpons14 is also the new @WTBuffNation 10,000m record holder.👏👏
The entry standard… pic.twitter.com/FEadQmyZUi
— George Addo Jnr (@addojunr) April 12, 2024
Notably, Amponsah faced tough competition from a field that included runners from prestigious institutions such as Oklahoma State, Northern Arizona, Texas, Iowa State, and RMAC contender Adams State.
Despite this, he emerged victorious, not only claiming the WT school record but also surpassing the facility and Bryan Clay Invitational records, both set in 2022.
This achievement holds particular significance for Amponsah as it represents a personal best, surpassing his previous record set during the African Games hosted in Ghana.
It’s a testament to his dedication and talent, reaffirming his status as a standout athlete in NCAA Division II competition.