Hokie ClubBOSTON – The men’s Distance Medley Relay (DMR) team set program and collegiate records with a runner-up finish at the Saucony Battle for Boston on Sunday night, while two Hokies posted all-time top-10 marks in their respective events.
The DMR proved to be a force, finishing second behind Oregon (9:14.88) with a time of 9:15.05. The mark shattered the previous program record of 9:19.88, set in 2025 by Nick Plant, Sam Herenton, Christian Jackson and George Couttie. The time also ranks No. 3 all-time in NCAA history. The Hokies currently sit third on the 2026 NCAA qualifying list and first in the ACC this season.
The DMR squad consisted of:
- Dylan DeCambre – 1,200 meters (2:49.52)
- Calvin Meyer – 400 meters (46.92)
- Christian Jackson – 800 meters (1:45.41)
- George Couttie – 1,600 meters (3:53.26)
Also competing was Nick Plant, who ran the second-fastest mile in program history, clocking 3:54.75 to earn a top-10 finish.
Sam Idiens ran in the 800 meters, posting a time of 1:48.08 to rank No. 7 all-time at Virginia Tech.
Up Next
The Hokies return to Boston to open postseason competition at the 2026 ACC Indoor Track and Field Championships at the TRACK at New Balance from Feb. 26-28.