Lucy May Sleeman, Abdel Laadjel, Kyran Maher, Nicole Dinan
The American collegiate indoor track and field season is heating up. There are less than two weeks to go to conference meets, and the NCAA champs will follow in two weeks after that. Right now, athletes are trying to put good marks on the board to serve notice to competitors and lock in a place for the final stanza meet of the indoor season, which is taking place this year in Virginia Beach.
With the increased season intensity, Irish athletes got busy with a slate of new personal bests recorded.
The Distance Runners: Flying Over 3K and 5K
David Hemery Valentine Invitational (Boston, MA)
The legendary David Hemery Valentine Invitational in Boston hosted some impressive performances, with Irish athletes making their presence felt in the longer distances.
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Abdel Laadjel (Providence, Junior) clocked an impressive 13:34.35 in the 5000m, securing 19th place in a loaded field. The Providence Friar continues to show he’s a force in the NCAA distance scene.
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Dean Casey (Colorado, Sophomore) followed closely behind, running 13:37.14 for 26th place, proving that his time in Boulder’s altitude training is paying off.
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Shane Brosnan (Harvard, Sophomore) finished just behind Casey with a 13:37.65, placing 28th. Brosnan’s rapid improvement suggests he could be a big name to watch in the Ivy League championships.
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Over the shorter 3000m distance, James Dunne (Georgetown, Senior) recorded a 7:52.62, earning 27th place—a strong effort from the Hoya as he continues fine-tuning his season.
Tyson Invitational (Fayetteville, AR)
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Shay McEvoy (Tulsa, Junior) put in a stellar shift in the 3000m, clocking 7:49.70 for a 9th-place finish. McEvoy is showing strong consistency, and this result suggests he’s on an upward trajectory heading into the championship season.
Eagle Elite Invitational (Boston, MA)
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Killian Fahy (North Carolina, Sophomore) showed significant improvement, securing 2nd place in the 400m in a time of 47.54. That time places Killian 5th in the 2025 Irish Indoor listing.
The Field Event Contender
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Kyran Maher (New Hampshire, Junior) represented well in the pole vault, clearing 4.81m in the UNH vs. UMass-Lowell dual meet in Durham, NH. While pole vault doesn’t often get the same attention as distance events, Maher is steadily improving.
The Women’s Performances: Sprinting and Distance Talent on Display
David Hemery Valentine Invitational (Boston, MA)
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Nicole Dinan (Florida State, Freshman) took on both the 1500m (4:27.57) and the mile (4:46.33), placing 59th and 58th, respectively. A strong showing for the young Seminole, as she gains valuable experience on the collegiate circuit.
2025 Husky Classic (Seattle, WA)
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Maebh Richardson (Portland, Sophomore) stood out in the 5000m, finishing 5th with a 15:59.27. Breaking 16 minutes is a serious milestone, and Richardson is positioning herself as a contender in upcoming championship meets.
Jarvis Scott Invitational (Lubbock, TX)
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Lucy May Sleeman (Florida State, Freshman) showcased her raw speed, running 7.31 in the 60m heats before taking 5th place in the final with 7.36. The young sprinter is making waves and could be a key player for Florida in short sprints. That performance currently ranks Lucy #1 on the 2025 Irish Indoor listing.
