Pima Women Excel in Track & Field Season Opener at Home
Pima Community College women’s track and field team kicked off their 2026 Indoor Season with a bang at the Jim Mielke Multi’s and the Al Shirley Invitational. Both events took place at the West Campus Aztec Track.
The Aztecs grabbed two NJCAA Division I national qualifiers and landed top 10 marks in school history. It’s honestly hard not to get a little excited about what they’re building.
Exceptional Performances by Pima Athletes
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Pima’s women came out swinging in their first meet of the season. Several athletes notched personal bests and set fresh records for the team.
Sophomore Hannah Droeg Shines in Pentathlon
Sophomore Hannah Droeg stole the show, snagging first place in the Pentathlon with 3,211 points. That score pushed her up to third all-time in Pima history.
She put together strong marks in several events:
- 60-meter hurdles: 9.39 seconds
- High Jump: 1.48 meters
- Shot Put: 10.27 meters
Droeg also grabbed second in both the Long Jump and the 800 meters. She’s proving to be a real all-rounder for the Aztecs.
Layla Konski’s Record-Breaking Performance
Sophomore Layla Konski, from Ironwood Ridge, made her own statement in the Pentathlon. She took second place with 2,917 points, which bumped her to seventh all-time at Pima.
Konski’s highlight? She won the Long Jump with a leap of 5.19 meters. That’s a serious jump.
Freshman Kymia Bridgett’s National Qualifying Mark
Freshman Kymia Bridgett wasted no time making her presence felt. She hit a national qualifying mark in the Triple Jump, winning with a huge 12.03 meters (39-feet, 5.50-inches) on her second try.
That mark lands her third in school history. Not bad for a debut.
Tyra Starkey Excels in Pole Vault
Freshman Tyra Starkey tied for second in the Pole Vault. She cleared 3.05 meters (10-0) on her first shot, which gave her a national qualifier and sixth all-time at Pima.
Looking Ahead: The PVCC Indoor Invitational
Next up, the Aztecs will head to Phoenix for the PVCC Indoor Invitational. The meet takes place Saturday at Paradise Valley Community College.
They’ll try to build on this early-season momentum and chase more national qualifying spots. You get the sense they’re hungry for more.
Key Takeaways
Here’s a quick look at the standout moments:
- Hannah Droeg: First in Pentathlon, third in school history
- Layla Konski: Second in Pentathlon, seventh in school history
- Kymia Bridgett: National qualifying mark in Triple Jump, third in school history
- Tyra Starkey: National qualifying mark in Pole Vault, sixth in school history
If you want more details or want to check out individual stats, the original article has you covered at All Sports Tucson.
Conclusion
The Pima Community College women’s track and field team really set the bar high this season. Their performances at the Jim Mielke Multi’s and the Al Shirley Invitational were nothing short of impressive.
Now, as they look ahead to the PVCC Indoor Invitational, everyone’s got their eyes on keeping that momentum going. The team’s aiming for more national qualifiers and maybe even some new school records.
Honestly, with the kind of dedication and talent these athletes bring, this season could end up being one for the books.