Coming in with the number-two seed following regional week, Junior Brian Bates was seen as a contender in Division II 800 race. Bates went from contender to STATE CHAMPION on Saturday in the 800m Run! Bates finished with a school record time of 1:53.49. He became the first Track and Field State Champion within the tradition-rich program. Bates will return in 2023 looking to defend his title in Columbus.