George Mason women's track and field defended its indoor title this weekend taking the Atlantic 10 Outdoor Championships with 164 points thanks to four first place finishes. The men finished second overall with 169 points.

At the end of the first day of competition at the Atlantic 10 outdoor track and field championships Mason holds second place in the women's competition and third in the men's.

Mason heads to the Atlantic 10 Outdoor Track and Field Championships hosted by the University of Massachusetts Saturday and Sunday.

Senior Mandissa Marshall was named Atlantic 10 performer of the week after taking third in the women's championship pole vault at the Penn Relays with a mark of 4.30m.

The Patriots wrapped up another solid weekend with a limited amount of athletes competing at the Penn Relays in Philadelphia and the University Of Delaware's UD Invitational.

Mason track and field is set to compete this weekend at the Penn Relays and the University of Delaware's UD Invitational.

George Empty was named Atlantic 10 co-performer of the week Monday after taking first place in the men's 400m hurdles at the Michael Johnson/Dr. Pepper Classic with a personal record time of 51.82 this weekend

After two days of competition this weekend the Patriots have has strong performances for athletes across the country.

Mason track and field continues outdoor competition this weekend at four meets throughout the country sending athletes to Mt. San Antonio College, Princeton University, Baylor and Morgan State.

Mandissa Marshall and Michelle Wallerstedt highlighted a strong day for Mason track and field as the Patriots hosted the annual Mason Spring Invite.