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Cats post strong performances in prep for Big 12

The Kansas State track and field team racked up 13 first-place finishes en route to team victories by both the men and the No. 13 women at the Ward Haylett Invitational on Saturday.

K-State emerged victorious in the dual meet with in-state rival Kansas as the men defeated the Jayhawks, 42-41, and the women defeated the Jayhawks, 70-28.

Sophomore Shardia Lawrence claimed first place in the triple jump with a personal-best effort of 13.70m/44-11.50. Her mark is also the best in the Big 12 and the third best in Division I this season.

Fellow triple jumper Konstantina Romaiou also finished with a personal best in triple jump, eclipsing the 13-meter mark for the first time this season with a leap of 13.