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2026 Flat Branch Ultra sets state running records
More than 20 Missouri running records fell at the 2026 Flat Branch Ultra as Brendan Connell and Jessalyn Sadler sped to overall victories on Columbia’s USATF-certified 50K course. The Feb. 21 event delivered a surge of strong performances on the MKT and Katy Trails, according to a community announcement.
Organizers said runners broke 23 Missouri state records documented at StateRunningRecords.com, according to the announcement. Connell won the race in 3:01:32, and Sadler captured the women’s title in 3:26:47 as athletes posted competitive marks across multiple age groups.
Race director John Shelby of Ha Ha Racing Events said the certified course was designed to offer a fast, accurate and well-supported 50K experience, according to the announcement. The out-and-back route includes stretches along the Missouri River, nearby bluff views and a pass by the historic Burr Oak.
The Flat Branch Ultra is held each year on the third Saturday in February with an 8 a.m. start time. Fleet Feet Columbia and Fleet Feet Jefferson City served as title sponsors for the 2026 event. Full results and event details are available at UltraSignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=124682, HaHaRacingEvents.com and StateRunningRecords.com.
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This article originally appeared on Columbia Daily Tribune: Flat Branch Ultra 2026 sets new Missouri running records
Bellarmine Knights and Jacksonville Dolphins meet in ASUN Tournament
Jacksonville Dolphins (12-19, 7-11 ASUN) vs. Bellarmine Knights (12-18, 7-11 ASUN)
Jacksonville, Florida; Wednesday, 12 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: Bellarmine takes on Jacksonville in the ASUN Tournament.
The Knights have gone 7-11 against ASUN teams, with a 5-7 record in non-conference play. Bellarmine has a 5-11 record against opponents above .500.
The Dolphins' record in ASUN action is 7-11. Jacksonville ranks fourth in the ASUN with 9.7 offensive rebounds per game led by Donovan Rivers averaging 1.6.
Bellarmine averages 8.4 made 3-pointers per game, 1.9 more made shots than the 6.5 per game Jacksonville gives up. Jacksonville averages 72.9 points per game, 8.7 fewer points than the 81.6 Bellarmine gives up.
The teams meet for the second time this season. Bellarmine won 77-70 in the last matchup on Jan. 23. Kenyon Goodin led Bellarmine with 24 points, and Hayden Wood led Jacksonville with 21 points.
TOP PERFORMERS: Jack Karasinski averages 2.4 made 3-pointers per game for the Knights, scoring 21.3 points while shooting 42.6% from beyond the arc. Tyler Doyle is shooting 52.9% and averaging 13.8 points over the past 10 games.
Jason Thirdkill Jr. is averaging eight points and 5.2 rebounds for the Dolphins. Wood is averaging 1.4 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Knights: 5-5, averaging 81.7 points, 24.6 rebounds, 15.8 assists, 5.5 steals and 1.9 blocks per game while shooting 54.0% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 79.9 points per game.
Dolphins: 4-6, averaging 72.0 points, 31.1 rebounds, 10.2 assists, 5.5 steals and 2.8 blocks per game while shooting 45.9% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 73.3 points.
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