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FAIRBANKS, Alaska – The University of Akron rifle team delivered a record-breaking performance in Alaska, setting two school records and posting its two highest aggregate scores of the season in a pair of matches against No. 8 Alaska Fairbanks and No. 17 UAB.
The Zips, who entered the weekend ranked No. 12 nationally, climbed to No. 9 following their impressive performances, highlighted by standout efforts from sophomore Kathleen Moran and freshman Madison "Maddie" Allen.
Akron opened competition on Saturday, Nov. 7, at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where the Zips established a new program record with a 4,717 aggregate score, including a school-record 2,346 in smallbore. Akron finished second in the three-team competition, trailing host Alaska Fairbanks (4,734) while finishing ahead of UAB (4,616).
The Zips continued their strong showing on Sunday, Nov. 8, competing against UAB at the Tanana Valley Sportsmen's Association (TVSA) range and recording another of their top performances of the season.
Moran led Akron's smallbore efforts throughout the weekend, recording scores in the 590s in both matches. Allen added to the Zips' impressive smallbore showing with a weekend-best 591, while the remainder of Akron's lineup contributed scores in the 580s.
Allen continued to shine in air rifle, finishing third overall on Saturday with a 596 before claiming the top individual air rifle score on Sunday with a 597. The freshman's consistency helped propel Akron to its record-setting weekend.
Moran, Matthew Kimball, Logan McClimans and Heschel also delivered strong performances in air rifle, each recording scores in the 590s as the Zips showcased their depth across both disciplines.
Following the weekend's performances, Akron moved up three spots in the national rankings to No. 9.
Up Next
The ninth-ranked Zips continue their road trip on Saturday, Nov. 14, with a conference match up against No. 10 Memphis before traveling to Kentucky to face No. 17 Morehead State on Monday, Nov. 16.
Both matches will be livestreamed, with live target scoring available at live.megalink.no.
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FAIRBANKS, Alaska – The University of Akron rifle team delivered a record-breaking performance in Alaska, setting two school records and posting its two highest aggregate scores of the season in a pair of matches against No. 8 Alaska Fairbanks and No. 17 UAB.
The Zips, who entered the weekend ranked No. 12 nationally, climbed to No. 9 following their impressive performances, highlighted by standout efforts from sophomore Kathleen Moran and freshman Madison "Maddie" Allen.
Akron opened competition on Saturday, Nov. 7, at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where the Zips established a new program record with a 4,717 aggregate score, including a school-record 2,346 in smallbore. Akron finished second in the three-team competition, trailing host Alaska Fairbanks (4,734) while finishing ahead of UAB (4,616).
The Zips continued their strong showing on Sunday, Nov. 8, competing against UAB at the Tanana Valley Sportsmen's Association (TVSA) range and recording another of their top performances of the season.
Moran led Akron's smallbore efforts throughout the weekend, recording scores in the 590s in both matches. Allen added to the Zips' impressive smallbore showing with a weekend-best 591, while the remainder of Akron's lineup contributed scores in the 580s.
Allen continued to shine in air rifle, finishing third overall on Saturday with a 596 before claiming the top individual air rifle score on Sunday with a 597. The freshman's consistency helped propel Akron to its record-setting weekend.
Moran, Matthew Kimball, Logan McClimans and Heschel also delivered strong performances in air rifle, each recording scores in the 590s as the Zips showcased their depth across both disciplines.
Following the weekend's performances, Akron moved up three spots in the national rankings to No. 9.
Up Next
The ninth-ranked Zips continue their road trip on Saturday, Nov. 14, with a conference match up against No. 10 Memphis before traveling to Kentucky to face No. 17 Morehead State on Monday, Nov. 16.
Both matches will be livestreamed, with live target scoring available at live.megalink.no.
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