Redshirt freshman Kendra Mehrkens led the NDSU women's track and field team at the UND Tune-Up with a personal-best performance in the 60m dash. Her time of 7.56 seconds secured the victory and placed her sixth on the program's all-time list. Other team members, including Sydney Arndt and Arienne Birch, also competed in the event.
The NDSU women's track and field team participated in the UND Tune-Up on February 20, 2026. Kendra Mehrkens, a redshirt freshman, highlighted the meet by winning the 60m dash. She clocked a personal-best time of 7.56 seconds, which elevated her to No. 6 on the NDSU all-time performers list for the event.
Mehrkens' achievement marks a strong start for the Bison in indoor competition. The team featured several athletes, such as Sydney Arndt, Arienne Birch, Julia Gherardi, Adison Kapitzke, Yolanda Nabwe, Emelia Skistad, Hope Stein, Grace VanErp, and Elise Wisnewski, who took part in various disciplines. Details on their individual results were not specified in reports from the event.
This performance underscores the depth of talent within the NDSU program as they build momentum for the indoor season. The UND Tune-Up serves as a key preparatory meet for Summit League competitors.
