UTICA, NY — Nassau Community College will be well-represented at the 2025 NJCAA Outdoor Track & Field National Championships, hosted May 8–10 by Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica, NY. Nine standout student-athletes from the Lions' men's and women's track & field programs have qualified to compete on the national stage, showcasing their hard work and top performances from the 2025 season.

Women's Qualifier

• Gianna Russo-Sanchez (SO): A dynamic sprinter, Gianna qualified in three events—the 100m (13.03), 200m (26.94), and 400m (1:04.71). She has been a consistent force throughout the season, highlighted by strong showings at the Tom Farrell Classic and The Big Hurt Invitational.

Men's Qualifiers

• Gary Leschinski (FR): One of the most versatile Lions this season, Gary earned national berths in the 100m (10.80), 400m (51.89), and javelin (46.32m). His explosive speed and throwing range make him a unique dual-threat competitor.

  

• Daniel Blae-Price (FR): A key middle-distance sprinter, Daniel will compete in the 200m (22.86) and 400m (49.35). He also anchored relay squads and posted the team's fastest 400m time of the year.

  

• Joab Gaspard (FR): Joab qualifies in the 400m (56.69) and is also a capable hurdler, clocking 1:01.04 in the 400m hurdles at the Wolverine Classic.

• Jaydin Washington (FR): Jaydin punched his ticket in the 100m (11.15) and contributed to both the Lions' 4x100 and 4x400 relay efforts.

  

• David Meyers (FR): A powerful presence in the throws, David will compete in the shot put (10.17m) after topping the team leaderboard at the Tom Farrell Classic.

  

• Keshon Anderson (FR): With national marks in the 100m (11.23) and 200m (23.45), Keshon has been a reliable sprint contributor and relay staple.

Relay Teams Headed to Nationals

• Men's 4x100m Relay: The team of Keshon Anderson, Dylan Kaplan, Jaydin Washington, and Daniel Blae-Price qualified with a blistering time of 43.15 at the TCNJ Lions Invitational.

  

• Men's 4x400m Relay: Featuring Dylan Kaplan, Jaydin Washington, Taha Zia, and Daniel Blae-Price, this squad posted a season-best 3:33.73 at the same meet, showing strong depth and teamwork.
  
  We look forward to seeing what our student athletes are capable of doing and stay tuned for full meet results and updates from the NJCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships!
  Go Lions!