Casey Wood of Keiser University has been recognized as the Sun Conference Field Athlete of the Week for men's indoor track and field. This marks the second such honor for the program this season. Wood's standout performance came at a recent meet where he set a school record.
Keiser University's men's indoor track and field team celebrated another milestone this week as sophomore thrower Casey Wood received the Sun Conference Field Athlete of the Week award. The league office made the announcement on Monday, highlighting Wood's impressive contributions during a key competition.
At the Visit Gainesville Indoor Classic, Wood shattered the Keiser school record in the shot put with a throw measuring 16.27 meters. This effort not only secured him a second-place finish but also qualified him under the NAIA B standard for the event. Wood also participated in the weight throw, providing solid support to the Seahawks' throws contingent and rounding out a strong showing in field events over the weekend.
This recognition underscores Wood's growing prominence in the conference. As the second weekly honor for Keiser this season, it reflects the program's momentum in indoor track and field. Wood's achievements add to the team's depth in throwing disciplines, positioning the Seahawks well for upcoming competitions in the Sun Conference and beyond.
