The Falcons are set to open their outdoor track and field season this Saturday, March 28, as they travel to Collegeville, Minn., to compete at Saint John's University for the CSB/SJU Optimistic Invitational. After a strong indoor campaign, the team will look to carry their momentum into the outdoor season. 

This meet marks the first opportunity for the Falcons to transition their success from the indoor circuit to outdoor competition, where new events, conditions, and challenges come into play. 

CSB/SJU OPTIMISTIC INVITATIONAL
Date: Saturday, March 28
Time: 11 a.m.
Site: Collegeville, Minn. // Clemens Stadium
Coverage: Live Results

FALCON TO WATCH

Jacob Balcome headlines the group after a record-breaking indoor season that included a national championship victory in the Heptathlon, establishing himself as one of the premier athletes in the country. 

On the women's side, Annika Gunderson will be a key contributor as she looks to build on a solid indoor season in the pole vault and make an impact early outdoors. 

Lauryn Schutz and Ali Clifford will look to translate their national-championship experience into strong outdoor performances coming off program record setting performances int eh weight throw this past indoor season. 

Saturday's competition provides an important first step in what the squad hopes will be another successful season.