Gophers Begin Three-Day Invitational with Javelin

MYRTLE BEACH, SC- The Gophers kicked off the first day of the Alan Connie Shamrock Invitational. The women began the first day of the invitational, competing in the javelin throw. 

Goucher opened competition in the three-day track and field meet with the women's javelin throw. Ja'Kiya Allen led the Gophers with her best mark of 20.00 meters. Freshman AaShyah De Vries made her collegiate debut in the event, recording a best throw of 13.39 meters.

Goucher will return to action tomorrow for day two of the Alan Connie Shamrock Invitational, beginning at 11 a.m.