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Photos: Day four of the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships

At the conclusion of fourth and final day of the NCAA Track and Field Championships, the events wrapped up in front of the 11,344 fans gathered at Historic Hayward Field. The Oregon men’s team won the national championship with a total of 88.0 points, 18.0 points ahead of second place Florida. The Oregon women’s team finished the championship in third place behind Texas A&M and Texas with a total of 59.0 points. Oregon took first place in three events today, solidifying their victory on the final day. Senior Mac Fleet won the men’s 1,500 meter race with a time of 3:39.09, freshman Devon Allen won the men’s 110 hurdles with a time of 13.16 seconds, just narrowly beating out Aleec Harris of USC by 0.02 seconds, and junior Sam Crouser won the men’s javelin event with a final throw of 76.98 meters.

 

UCLA freshman Cody Danielson readies his javelin in the men's javelin competition. Danielson finished 14th with a throw of 65.10m. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

UCLA freshman Cody Danielson readies his javelin in the men’s javelin competition. Danielson finished 14th with a throw of 65.10m. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Harvard freshman Efe Uwaifo leaps into the sand pit during the men's triple jump finals. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Harvard freshman Efe Uwaifo leaps into the sand pit during the men’s triple jump finals. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Hampton junior Stefano Nardini lets out a roar during his second throw in the men's javelin competition. Nardini finished 19th with a throw of 63.14 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Hampton junior Stefano Nardini lets out a roar during his second throw in the men’s javelin competition. Nardini finished 19th with a throw of 63.14 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Maryland senior Amina Smith clears the bar during the women's high jump finals. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Maryland senior Amina Smith clears the bar during the women’s high jump finals. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon junior Sam Crouser gets ready to throw the javelin during the men's javelin competition. Crouser finished first with a throw of 76.98m. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Sam Crouser gets ready to throw the javelin during the men’s javelin competition. Crouser finished first with a throw of 76.98m. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Florida sophomore Antwan Wright gets ready to run the first leg of the men's 4x100 meter relay competition. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Florida sophomore Antwan Wright gets ready to run the first leg of the men’s 4×100 meter relay competition. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Lauren Crockett clears the bar during the women's high jump event. Crockett finished the event in fourteenth place with a final height of 1.77 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon junior Lauren Crockett clears the bar during the women’s high jump event. Crockett finished the event in fourteenth place with a final height of 1.77 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Florida, Texas A&M and LSU race towards the finish line in the men's 4x100 meter relay competition. Florida won the competition with a time of 38.73 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Florida, Texas A&M and LSU race towards the finish line in the men’s 4×100 meter relay competition. Florida won the competition with a time of 38.73 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

USC senior Jessica Davis receives the baton during the women's 4x100 meter relay finals. USC finished second behind Texas A&M with a time of 43.00. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

USC senior Jessica Davis receives the baton during the women’s 4×100 meter relay finals. USC finished second behind Texas A&M with a time of 43.00. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Texas A&M junior Olivia Ekpone smiles after sealing first place in the women's 4x100 meter relay competition. Texas A&M finished with a time of 42.80 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas A&M junior Olivia Ekpone smiles after sealing first place in the women’s 4×100 meter relay competition. Texas A&M finished with a time of 42.80 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Janna Fleet is filled with emotion and embraces her family after her son, Oregon senior Mac Fleet defends his 1500 meter championship during the men's 1500 meter final. "He wasn't supposed to win… ESPN was only talking about Lawi Lalang." The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Janna Fleet is filled with emotion and embraces her family after her son, Oregon senior Mac Fleet defends his 1500 meter championship during the men’s 1500 meter final. “He wasn’t supposed to win… ESPN was only talking about Lawi Lalang.” The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Runners competing in the women's 1500 meter final make their way down the straight away opposite of the grand stand. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Runners competing in the women’s 1500 meter final make their way down the straight away opposite of the grand stand. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon senior Mac Fleet looks towards the scoreboard to assure his victory in the men's 1500 meter run. Fleet finished with a final time of 3:39.09. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Mac Fleet looks towards the scoreboard to assure his victory in the men’s 1500 meter run. Fleet finished with a final time of 3:39.09. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Arizona State junior Shelby Houlihan reacts after taking first place in the women's 1500 meter run. Houlihan finished with a time of 4:18.10. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Arizona State junior Shelby Houlihan reacts after taking first place in the women’s 1500 meter run. Houlihan finished with a time of 4:18.10. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Mac Fleet addresses the crowd from the winner's podium after capturing first place in the men's 1500 meter run. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Mac Fleet addresses the crowd from the winner’s podium after capturing first place in the men’s 1500 meter run. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Florida junior Dedric Dukes outstretches the other runners in the men's 200 meter dash. Dukes finished in first with a time of 19.91 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Florida junior Dedric Dukes outstretches the other runners in the men’s 200 meter dash. Dukes finished in first with a time of 19.91 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Jenna Prandini battles it out with Texas A&M junior Kamaria Brown during the women's 200 meter finals. Prandini was declared second place behind Brown, but shared the same final time of 22.63. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Jenna Prandini battles it out with Texas A&M junior Kamaria Brown during the women’s 200 meter finals. Prandini was declared second place behind Brown, but shared the same final time of 22.63. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

UTEP junior Anthony Rotich leaps over the obstacle and places first in the men's 3000 meter steeplechase with a time 8:32.21. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

UTEP junior Anthony Rotich leaps over the obstacle and places first in the men’s 3000 meter steeplechase with a time 8:32.21. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Runners leap over the barrier during the men's 3000 meter steeplechase competition. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Runners leap over the barrier during the men’s 3000 meter steeplechase competition. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

UTEP junior Anthony Rotich crosses the finish line and places first in the men's 3000 meter steeplechase with a time 8:32.21. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

UTEP junior Anthony Rotich crosses the finish line and places first in the men’s 3000 meter steeplechase with a time 8:32.21. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Devon Allen holds his arms up after finishing in first place in the men's 110 meter hurdles. Allen finished with a time of 13.16. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Devon Allen holds his arms up after finishing in first place in the men’s 110 meter hurdles. Allen finished with a time of 13.16. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Christian Brennan takes off from the starting block during the women's 4x400 meter relay. Oregon finished the race in third place with a time of 3:29.03. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Christian Brennan takes off from the starting block during the women’s 4×400 meter relay. Oregon finished the race in third place with a time of 3:29.03. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Florida sophomore Destinee Gause runs the second leg of the women's 4x400 meter relay. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Florida sophomore Destinee Gause runs the second leg of the women’s 4×400 meter relay. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler receives the baton during the women's 4x400 meter relay final. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler receives the baton during the women’s 4×400 meter relay final. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon senior Phyllis Francis crosses the finish line to finish third for the women's 4x400 meter relay. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Phyllis Francis crosses the finish line to finish third for the women’s 4×400 meter relay. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Texas A&M women's 4x400 relay team lay exhausted on the track after placing second with a time of 3:25.63. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Texas A&M women’s 4×400 relay team lay exhausted on the track after placing second with a time of 3:25.63. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon mens track and field team pose for photos after receiving the nation championship trophy. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

The Oregon mens track and field team pose for photos after receiving the nation championship trophy. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

The Oregon men's track and field team celebrate after capturing the men's track and field championship. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon men’s track and field team celebrate after capturing the men’s track and field championship. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Texas A&M women's track and field team pose for a photo after capturing the championship trophy. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Texas A&M women’s track and field team pose for a photo after capturing the championship trophy. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon athletes Mac Fleet, Edward Cheserek, Devon Allen, and Sam Crouser pose with the national championship after scoring a combined 48.0 of the teams 88.0 points.  The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon athletes Mac Fleet, Edward Cheserek, Devon Allen, and Sam Crouser pose with the national championship after scoring a combined 48.0 of the teams 88.0 points. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Robert Johnson and the women's track and field team all hug after finishing third overall. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Robert Johnson and the women’s track and field team all hug after finishing third overall. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Robert Johnson gets hoisted up by the men's track and field team after winning the men's track and field championship. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Robert Johnson gets hoisted up by the men’s track and field team after winning the men’s track and field championship. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Robert Johnson gets thrown into the water by the men's track and field team. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Robert Johnson gets thrown into the water by the men’s track and field team. The University of Oregon hosts day four of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 14, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

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Photos: Day three of the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships

At the conclusion of day three at the NCAA Track and Field Championships, the team totals increased as thirteen final events took place in front of the 10,104 fans gathered at Historic Hayward Field. Oregon leads the men’s competition with 53.0 points and the women’s competition with 43.0 points, only two points ahead of Texas A&M. Oregon’s highlight of the day came during the 800 meter race where senior Laura Roesler finished first with a time of 2:01.22. The final event of the day, the 5,000 meter run, brought a strong performance from Oregon, with freshman Edward Cheserek, senior Trevor Dunbar, and junior Eric Jenkins finishing second, third and fourth, respectively, behind Arizona senior Lawi Lalang, who finished with a time of 13:18.36.

Competition comes to a close tomorrow, June 14, 2014, at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon starting with the men’s triple jump competition at 12:30 p.m. PST.

Nebraska senior Anne Martin flies through the air during the long jump event of the women's heptathlon. Martin finished the event with a final distance of 5.67 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Nebraska senior Anne Martin flies through the air during the long jump event of the women’s heptathlon. Martin finished the event with a final distance of 5.67 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Kansas junior Lindsay Vollmer is check by the medical staff after injuring her leg on her approach during the long jump event of the women's heptathlon. Vollmer finished the event with a final distance of 5.58 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Kansas junior Lindsay Vollmer is check by the medical staff after injuring her leg on her approach during the long jump event of the women’s heptathlon. Vollmer finished the event with a final distance of 5.58 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

San Diego State senior Kristen Brown hits the bar on her decent during the women's pole vault event. Brown finished the event in sixteenth place with a final height of 4.05 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

San Diego State senior Kristen Brown hits the bar on her decent during the women’s pole vault event. Brown finished the event in sixteenth place with a final height of 4.05 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Montana State senior Carley McCutchen gets set to throw the javelin during the women's heptathlon javelin competition. McCutchen finished the event in fifteenth with a throw of 37.09 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Montana State senior Carley McCutchen gets set to throw the javelin during the women’s heptathlon javelin competition. McCutchen finished the event in fifteenth with a throw of 37.09 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Georgia junior Quintunya Chapman gets ready to throw the javelin during the women's heptathlon javelin competition. Chapman finished the event in 17th with a throw of 33.80 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Georgia junior Quintunya Chapman gets ready to throw the javelin during the women’s heptathlon javelin competition. Chapman finished the event in 17th with a throw of 33.80 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Florida junior Brittany Harrell lets out a roar after throwing the javelin during the women's heptathlon javelin competition. Harrell finished the event in ninth with a final throw of 40.44 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Florida junior Brittany Harrell lets out a roar after throwing the javelin during the women’s heptathlon javelin competition. Harrell finished the event in ninth with a final throw of 40.44 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Sammie Clark fails to clear the bar during the women's pole vault competition. Clark finished 19th with a height of 3.90 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Sammie Clark fails to clear the bar during the women’s pole vault competition. Clark finished 19th with a height of 3.90 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Charlotte junior Trey McRae makes contact with the bar but the bar stays up during the mens high jump event. McRae finished the event in thirteenth place with a final height of 2.10 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Charlotte junior Trey McRae makes contact with the bar but the bar stays up during the mens high jump event. McRae finished the event in thirteenth place with a final height of 2.10 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Clemson junior Torian Ware clears the bar during the men's high jump competition. Ware finished 11th with a height of 2.15 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Clemson junior Torian Ware clears the bar during the men’s high jump competition. Ware finished 11th with a height of 2.15 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

An official holds his gun behind his back before the start of the race. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

An official holds his gun behind his back before the start of the race. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stephen F. Austin junior Josh Taylor leaps in the air during his pre race routine before the start of the mens 400 meter hurdles. Taylor finished the race in seventh place with a time of 53.03 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Stephen F. Austin junior Josh Taylor leaps in the air during his pre race routine before the start of the mens 400 meter hurdles. Taylor finished the race in seventh place with a time of 53.03 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Nebraska senior Miles Ukaoma and Kansas State junior Michael Stigler run past Colorado State senior Trevor Brown as he falls to the ground in the men's 400 meter hurdle competition. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Nebraska senior Miles Ukaoma and Kansas State junior Michael Stigler run past Colorado State senior Trevor Brown as he falls to the ground in the men’s 400 meter hurdle competition. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas A&M freshman Shamier Little lets out a scream after finishing in first place in the women's 400 meter hurdle competition. Little finished with a time of 55.07 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas A&M freshman Shamier Little lets out a scream after finishing in first place in the women’s 400 meter hurdle competition. Little finished with a time of 55.07 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

San Diego State senior Allison Reaser grimaces as she crosses the finish line in the women's heptathlon 800 meter run. Reaser finished first in the competition with a time of 2:12.08. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

San Diego State senior Allison Reaser grimaces as she crosses the finish line in the women’s heptathlon 800 meter run. Reaser finished first in the competition with a time of 2:12.08. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Baylor freshman Trayvon Bromell finishes first in the men's 100 meter dash with a time and new junior record of 9.97. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Baylor freshman Trayvon Bromell finishes first in the men’s 100 meter dash with a time and new junior record of 9.97. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Baylor freshman Trayvon Bromell holds up his finger after finishing first in the men's 100 meter dash. Bromell finished  with a final time of 9.97 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Baylor freshman Trayvon Bromell holds up his finger after finishing first in the men’s 100 meter dash. Bromell finished with a final time of 9.97 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Jenna Prandini battles with Alabama sprinter Remona Burchell during the women's 100 meter dash. Prandini placed third with a time 11.42. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Jenna Prandini battles with Alabama sprinter Remona Burchell during the women’s 100 meter dash. Prandini placed third with a time 11.42. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Competitors in the women's 100 meter dash stretch across the finish line. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Competitors in the women’s 100 meter dash stretch across the finish line. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Mississippi sophomore Brandon McBride sprints to the finish line during the men's 800 meter race. McBride placed first with a time 1:46.26. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Mississippi sophomore Brandon McBride sprints to the finish line during the men’s 800 meter race. McBride placed first with a time 1:46.26. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Michigan State junior Leah O'Connor leaps over the steeple during the women's 3000 meter steeplechase and finishes first with a time of 9:36.43. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Michigan State junior Leah O’Connor leaps over the steeple during the women’s 3000 meter steeplechase and finishes first with a time of 9:36.43. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Notre Dame runner Margaret Bamgbose runs next to Florida Robin Reynolds during the women's 400 meter race. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Notre Dame runner Margaret Bamgbose runs next to Florida Robin Reynolds during the women’s 400 meter race. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler sprints to the finish line during the women's 800 meter race. Roesler placed first with a time 2:01.22. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler sprints to the finish line during the women’s 800 meter race. Roesler placed first with a time 2:01.22. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler grasps her head after crossing the finish line in the women's 800 meter race. Roesler finished the race in first place with a time of 2:01.22. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler grasps her head after crossing the finish line in the women’s 800 meter race. Roesler finished the race in first place with a time of 2:01.22. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Mississippi State sophomore Brandon McBride smiles on the podium after finishing in first in the men's 800 meter run. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Mississippi State sophomore Brandon McBride smiles on the podium after finishing in first in the men’s 800 meter run. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Indiana senior Kelsie Ahbe grimaces as she fails to clear the bar on her final attempt in the women's pole vault competition. Ahbe finished second with a height of 4.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Indiana senior Kelsie Ahbe grimaces as she fails to clear the bar on her final attempt in the women’s pole vault competition. Ahbe finished second with a height of 4.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas teammates Courtney Okolo, Kendall Baisden and Briana Nelson hug after finishing in first, third and fourth, respectively, in the women's 400 meter run. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas teammates Courtney Okolo, Kendall Baisden and Briana Nelson hug after finishing in first, third and fourth, respectively, in the women’s 400 meter run. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler accepts her trophy from University of Oregon president Michael Gottfredson after winning the women's 800 meter race. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler accepts her trophy from University of Oregon president Michael Gottfredson after winning the women’s 800 meter race. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

10,104 fans pack the stands for day three of events. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

10,104 fans pack the stands for day three of events. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Arizona senior and defending champion Lawi Lalang and Oregon freshman Edward Cheserek fight for first place on the second to last lap during the men's 5000 meter race. Lalang defended his championship against Cheserek with a time 13:18.36. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Arizona senior and defending champion Lawi Lalang and Oregon freshman Edward Cheserek fight for first place on the second to last lap during the men’s 5000 meter race. Lalang defended his championship against Cheserek with a time 13:18.36. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Spectators watch as runners in the men's 5000 meter race make their down the straight away.The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Spectators watch as runners in the men’s 5000 meter race make their down the straight away.The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Arizona senior Lawi Lalang holds his hands out in celebration after winning the mens 5,000 meter race. Lalang finished the race in first place with a time of 13:18.36. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Arizona senior Lawi Lalang holds his hands out in celebration after winning the mens 5,000 meter race. Lalang finished the race in first place with a time of 13:18.36. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon senior Trevor Dunbar points towards the crowd after finishing in third place in the men's 500 meter run. Dunbar finished with a time of 13:26.90. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Trevor Dunbar points towards the crowd after finishing in third place in the men’s 500 meter run. Dunbar finished with a time of 13:26.90. The University of Oregon hosts day three of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

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Photos: Day two of the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships

At the conclusion of day two at the NCAA Track and Field Championships the team competition became clearer as more finals came to a conclusion in front of the 9903 fans gathered at Historic Hayward Field. Oregon leads the men’s competition and the women’s competition. For Oregon the highlight of the day was senior discuss thrower Laura Bobek. Bobek finished third (184-8), a throw good enough to set both a personal and school record. Fellow thrower Greg Skipper also scored points for the Ducks, placing fourth in the hammer. The day also saw the conclusion of the men’s decathlon. Three time defending Pac-12 Champion Dakotah Keys of Oregon finished in third.

Competition continues tomorrow, June 13, 2014, at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon starting with the women’s heptathlon long jump competition at 12:30 p.m. PST.

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys gets set in the block before the start of the 110 meter hurdles event in the mens decathlon. Keys finished the race in sixth place with a final time of 14.78 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys gets set in the block before the start of the 110 meter hurdles event in the mens decathlon. Keys finished the race in sixth place with a final time of 14.78 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Mitch Modin winds up during the men's decathlon discus competition. Modin finished in 21st with a  throw of 34.27 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Mitch Modin winds up during the men’s decathlon discus competition. Modin finished in 21st with a throw of 34.27 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys makes his way over the hurdles during the 110 meter hurdles event in the mens decathlon. Keys finished the race in sixth place with a final time of 14.78 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys makes his way over the hurdles during the 110 meter hurdles event in the mens decathlon. Keys finished the race in sixth place with a final time of 14.78 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys gets ready to throw the discus in the men's decathlon discus competition. Keys finished 14th with a throw of 37.93 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys gets ready to throw the discus in the men’s decathlon discus competition. Keys finished 14th with a throw of 37.93 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

An official watches the athletes warm up before the start of the competition. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

An official watches the athletes warm up before the start of the competition. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma State junior Nick Miller hurls the hammer in the men's hammer competition. Miller finished second with a throw of 72.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma State junior Nick Miller hurls the hammer in the men’s hammer competition. Miller finished second with a throw of 72.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Greg Skipper gets ready to throw the hammer in the men's hammer competition. Skipper finished fourth with a throw of 69.88 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Greg Skipper gets ready to throw the hammer in the men’s hammer competition. Skipper finished fourth with a throw of 69.88 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys reacts after knocking off the bar during he pole vault event in the mens decathlon. Keys finished the event in fourth place with a final height of 4.90 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys reacts after knocking off the bar during he pole vault event in the mens decathlon. Keys finished the event in fourth place with a final height of 4.90 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Mitch Modin pumps his fist after he clears the bar and sets a new personal best during the pole vault event of the mens decathlon. Modin finished the event in tenth place with a final height of 4.60 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Mitch Modin pumps his fist after he clears the bar and sets a new personal best during the pole vault event of the mens decathlon. Modin finished the event in tenth place with a final height of 4.60 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon junior Arthur Delaney looks to the video board for the results of the men's 200 meter dash. Delaney finished sixth in the semifinal competition with a time of 20.71 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Arthur Delaney looks to the video board for the results of the men’s 200 meter dash. Delaney finished sixth in the semifinal competition with a time of 20.71 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Baylor senior Everett Walker clasps his hands after qualifying for the final round of the men's 200 meter dash. Walker finished the semifinal event in fourth with a time of 20.64 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Baylor senior Everett Walker clasps his hands after qualifying for the final round of the men’s 200 meter dash. Walker finished the semifinal event in fourth with a time of 20.64 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Greg Skipper is congratulated on the podium by an Oregon representative. Skipper finished fourth in the men's hammer competition with a throw of 69.88 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Greg Skipper is congratulated on the podium by an Oregon representative. Skipper finished fourth in the men’s hammer competition with a throw of 69.88 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Jenna Prandini looks up to the scoreboard after crossing the finish line during the women's 200 meter dash semifinals. Prandini finished the event in first place with a time of 22.95 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Jenna Prandini looks up to the scoreboard after crossing the finish line during the women’s 200 meter dash semifinals. Prandini finished the event in first place with a time of 22.95 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Tennessee sophomore Felicia Brown hangs her head behind the gate after failing to qualify for the women's 200 meter dash finals. Brown finished tenth with a time of 23.30 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Tennessee sophomore Felicia Brown hangs her head behind the gate after failing to qualify for the women’s 200 meter dash finals. Brown finished tenth with a time of 23.30 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Trevor Ferguson lands in the sand pit in the men's long jump competition. Ferguson fouled all three attempts. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Trevor Ferguson lands in the sand pit in the men’s long jump competition. Ferguson fouled all three attempts. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Sam Prakel points towards teammate Mac Fleet as they cross the line first and second in the first heat of the mens 1,500 meters semifinal. Prakel finished the event in second place with a time of 3:46.06 and Fleet finished the event in first with a time of 3:45.90. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Sam Prakel points towards teammate Mac Fleet as they cross the line first and second in the first heat of the mens 1,500 meters semifinal. Prakel finished the event in second place with a time of 3:46.06 and Fleet finished the event in first with a time of 3:45.90. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Participants in the women's 1500 meter run semifinals race towards the finish line. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Participants in the women’s 1500 meter run semifinals race towards the finish line. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Devon Allen clears the hurdle in the men's 110 meter hurdle semifinals. Allen finished third overall in the semifinals with a time of 13.52 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Devon Allen clears the hurdle in the men’s 110 meter hurdle semifinals. Allen finished third overall in the semifinals with a time of 13.52 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Michigan State senior Kurt Schneider warms up for the men's decathlon javelin competition. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Michigan State senior Kurt Schneider warms up for the men’s decathlon javelin competition. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Participants in the men's 3000 meter steeplechase semifinals run over the water barrier. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Participants in the men’s 3000 meter steeplechase semifinals run over the water barrier. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Participants in the first heat of the men's 3000 meter steeplechase clear the hurdle near the east grandstands. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Participants in the first heat of the men’s 3000 meter steeplechase clear the hurdle near the east grandstands. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas freshman Wolf Mahler hurls the javelin in the men's decathlon javelin competition. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas freshman Wolf Mahler hurls the javelin in the men’s decathlon javelin competition. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Devon Allen goes stride for stride with LSU sophomore Cyril Grayson in the third leg of the mens 4x400 meter relay. Oregon finished the event in fourth place with a time of 3:03.80 while LSU finished the event in second with a time of 3:03.43. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Devon Allen goes stride for stride with LSU sophomore Cyril Grayson in the third leg of the mens 4×400 meter relay. Oregon finished the event in fourth place with a time of 3:03.80 while LSU finished the event in second with a time of 3:03.43. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Ashante Horsley jumps in the air during her pre race routine. Horsley was the lead off runner in the women's 4x400 meter race, where Oregon finished fifth with a time of 3:31.35. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Ashante Horsley jumps in the air during her pre race routine. Horsley was the lead off runner in the women’s 4×400 meter race, where Oregon finished fifth with a time of 3:31.35. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Texas relay runner Briana Nelson hands off the baton to teammate Kendall Baisden. Texas finished in first for the 4x400 meter relay semifinal competition with a time of 3:28.89. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas relay runner Briana Nelson hands off the baton to teammate Kendall Baisden. Texas finished in first for the 4×400 meter relay semifinal competition with a time of 3:28.89. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Boise State junior Emma Bates crosses the finish line in the women's 10,000 meter run. Bates finished first with a time of 32:32.35. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Boise State junior Emma Bates crosses the finish line in the women’s 10,000 meter run. Bates finished first with a time of 32:32.35. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The field of decathletes run down the track during the 1500 meter race. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The field of decathletes run down the track during the 1500 meter race. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Kansas State senior Devin Dick is helped off the track after the completion of the 1,500 meter race of the mens decathlon. Dick did not finish the race. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Kansas State senior Devin Dick is helped off the track after the completion of the 1,500 meter race of the mens decathlon. Dick did not finish the race. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Georgia junior Garrett Scantling hugs teammate Maicel Uibo after Uibo finished the 1500 meter run in third place, putting him in first place for the decathlon. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Georgia junior Garrett Scantling hugs teammate Maicel Uibo after Uibo finished the 1500 meter run in third place, putting him in first place for the decathlon. The University of Oregon hosts day two of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 12, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

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Photos: Day one of the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships

In a day highlighted by Edward Cheserek’s win in the 10,000 meter, the first time a freshman has won the event since 1979, both the Oregon men and women’s track and field teams concluded the first day of the 2014 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships with plenty of performances that will add their overall team scores.

Jenna Prandini won the long jump, while Jillian Weir finished sixth in the women’s hammer throw. For the men, aside from Cheserek’s first place finish, both Trevor Dunbar and Parker Stinson finished fifth and eighth, respectively. The meet was marked by a slate of semifinal heats however, with Laura Roesler, Phyllis Francis, Mike Berry, and Prandini all advancing to the finals in their respective events.

Competition continues tomorrow, June 12, 2014, at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon starting with the men’s decathlon 110 meter hurdles at 11 a.m. PST.

Competitors of the third heat in the men's decathlon 100 meter dash race towards the finish line. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Competitors of the third heat in the men’s decathlon 100 meter dash race towards the finish line. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The women's 3000m steeplechase get under way during day one of the championships. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

The women’s 3000m steeplechase get under way during day one of the championships. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

A wave of sand spews outwards during Oregon junior Dakotah Keys' jump in the men's decathlon long jump competition. Keys finished with a jump of 7.31 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A wave of sand spews outwards during Oregon junior Dakotah Keys’ jump in the men’s decathlon long jump competition. Keys finished with a jump of 7.31 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Memphis junior Pauls Pujats yells in disappointment after failing to clear the bar during his final attempt. Pujats finished the event in tenth place with a height of 5.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Memphis junior Pauls Pujats yells in disappointment after failing to clear the bar during his final attempt. Pujats finished the event in tenth place with a height of 5.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Penn State senior Brittney Howell lands in the sand pit during the women's long jump competition. Howell finished 19th with a jump of 6.10 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Penn State senior Brittney Howell lands in the sand pit during the women’s long jump competition. Howell finished 19th with a jump of 6.10 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas sophomore Johannes Hock sprints to the finish line in the men's decathlon 400 meter dash. Hock finished in third overall with a time of 49.48 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Texas sophomore Johannes Hock sprints to the finish line in the men’s decathlon 400 meter dash. Hock finished in third overall with a time of 49.48 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

UTSA junior Kole Weldon holds his shot put during the men's shot put competition. Weldon finished 18th with a throw of 18.68 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

UTSA junior Kole Weldon holds his shot put during the men’s shot put competition. Weldon finished 18th with a throw of 18.68 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon teammates talk to each other after failing to successfully hand-off the baton in the women's 4x100 meter relay. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon teammates talk to each other after failing to successfully hand-off the baton in the women’s 4×100 meter relay. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman decathlete Mitch Modin release the shot put during the shot put event in the mens decathlon. Modin finished the event in seventh place with a distance of 13.43 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman decathlete Mitch Modin release the shot put during the shot put event in the mens decathlon. Modin finished the event in seventh place with a distance of 13.43 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Kansas State senior Devin Dick clears the bar during the men's decathlon high jump competition. Dick finished 13th with a height of 1.93 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Kansas State senior Devin Dick clears the bar during the men’s decathlon high jump competition. Dick finished 13th with a height of 1.93 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Georgia Tech junior Nikita Kirillov bends the pole during the pole vault competition. Kirillov finished tied for 13th with a height of 5.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Georgia Tech junior Nikita Kirillov bends the pole during the pole vault competition. Kirillov finished tied for 13th with a height of 5.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Georgia's Maicel Uibo competes as a sophomore in the decathlon. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

Georgia’s Maicel Uibo competes as a sophomore in the decathlon. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

BYU senior Joshua Weirich lands in the sand pit during the long jump event in the mens decathlon. Weirich finished the event in twentieth with a distance of 6.83 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

BYU senior Joshua Weirich lands in the sand pit during the long jump event in the mens decathlon. Weirich finished the event in twentieth with a distance of 6.83 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys fails to clear the bar during the men's decathlon high jump competition. Keys finished 9th with a final height of 2.02 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Dakotah Keys fails to clear the bar during the men’s decathlon high jump competition. Keys finished 9th with a final height of 2.02 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Virginia Tech freshman Torben Laidig clears the bar during the men's pole vault competition. Laidig finished 15th with a height of 5.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Virginia Tech freshman Torben Laidig clears the bar during the men’s pole vault competition. Laidig finished 15th with a height of 5.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Georgia junior Garrett Scantling clears the bar during the high jump event in the mens decathlon. Garrett finished the event in fifth place with a heigh of 2.05 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Georgia junior Garrett Scantling clears the bar during the high jump event in the men’s decathlon. Garrett finished the event in fifth place with a heigh of 2.05 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Liz Brenner begins to throw the javelin during the women's javelin competition. Brenner finished 17th with a throw of 47.31 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Liz Brenner begins to throw the javelin during the women’s javelin competition. Brenner finished 17th with a throw of 47.31 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Baylor senior Erin Atkinson throws the hammer in the women's hammer throw competition. Atkinson finished eighth with a throw of 63.01 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Baylor senior Erin Atkinson throws the hammer in the women’s hammer throw competition. Atkinson finished eighth with a throw of 63.01 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

James Harris of Florida State University looks down the track prior to the men's 400 meter race. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

James Harris of Florida State University looks down the track prior to the men’s 400 meter race. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Texas junior Ashley Spencer is assisted off the track after injuring her leg coming off the Bowerman Curve during the women's 400 meter dash. Spencer did not finish the race. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Texas junior Ashley Spencer is assisted off the track after injuring her leg coming off the Bowerman Curve during the women’s 400 meter dash. Spencer did not finish the race. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman decathlete Mitch Modin claps after winning his heat race in the mens 100 meter event of the decathlon. Modin finished fifth overall in the event with a time of 10.84 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman decathlete Mitch Modin claps after winning his heat race in the mens 100 meter event of the decathlon. Modin finished fifth overall in the event with a time of 10.84 seconds. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Virginia Tech senior Stephan Munz checks to see if he cleared the bar during the mens pole vault event. Munz finished the event in sixteenth with a height of 5.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Virginia Tech senior Stephan Munz checks to see if he cleared the bar during the mens pole vault event. Munz finished the event in sixteenth with a height of 5.40 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Ashlee Abraham of Ohio State University crosses the finish line during the women's 4x100 meter relay. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Ashlee Abraham of Ohio State University crosses the finish line during the women’s 4×100 meter relay. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler makes her move around the outside of the pack during the final 200 meters of the women's 800 meter race. Roesler finished the event in first place with a time of 2:02.60. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon senior Laura Roesler makes her move around the outside of the pack during the final 200 meters of the women’s 800 meter race. Roesler finished the event in first place with a time of 2:02.60. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

The first leg of the mens 4x100 meter relay takes off around the first turn. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

The first leg of the mens 4×100 meter relay takes off around the first turn. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Kansas State senior Devin Dick lays on the mat in pain after injuring his leg on the previous attempt. Dick finished the event in thirteenth place with a height of 1.93 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Kansas State senior Devin Dick lays on the mat in pain after injuring his leg on the previous attempt. Dick finished the event in 13th place with a height of 1.93 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

BYU senior Joshua Weirich leaps off the runway during the long jump event in the mens decathlon. Weirich finished the event in twentieth with a distance of 6.83 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

BYU senior Joshua Weirich leaps off the runway during the long jump event in the mens decathlon. Weirich finished the event in 20th with a distance of 6.83 meters. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

USC senoir Viktor Fajoyomi chats with coach after missing two consecutive high jumps. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

USC senoir Viktor Fajoyomi chats with coach after missing two consecutive high jumps. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

The men's 10,000 meter finals gets under way. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

The men’s 10,000 meter finals gets under way. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

A sea of flags wave in the wind while runners in the men's 10,000 meter run race by. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A sea of flags wave in the wind while runners in the men’s 10,000 meter run race by. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Edward Cheserek checks over his shoulder for second place as he starts his kick in the final 300 meters, and finishing the race with a 51.13 second final lap. Cheserek finished the race in first place with a final time of 28:30.18. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Edward Cheserek checks over his shoulder for second place as he starts his kick in the final 300 meters, and finishing the race with a 51.13 second final lap. Cheserek finished the race in first place with a final time of 28:30.18. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Participants of the men's 10,000 meter run race near the west grandstands. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Participants of the men’s 10,000 meter run race near the west grandstands. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Edward Cheserek crosses the finish line after finishing first in the men's 10,000 meter run. Cheserek finished with a time of 28:30.18. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Edward Cheserek crosses the finish line after finishing first in the men’s 10,000 meter run. Cheserek finished with a time of 28:30.18. The University of Oregon hosts day one of the NCAA 2014 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on June 11, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

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Photos: African Student Association entertains hundreds at Africa Night

The University of Oregon African Student Association presents Africa Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on June 7th, 2014. Africa Night encompassed both modernity as well as tradition in all of the performances. Dancers performed traditional dances fused with modern music that provided a unique performance. Cheetahs were brought in via the Wildlife Safari to show African wildlife as well as to spread awareness about the declining cheetah population in Africa.

Sarata Toure shows off her garb during Africa Night's fashion show. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Sarata Toure shows off her garb during Africa Night’s fashion show. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Young Rob performs a song during Africa Night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Young Rob performs a song during Africa Night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Polly Irungu and two younger participants walk down the aisle during the finale fashion show. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Polly Irungu and two younger participants walk down the aisle during the finale fashion show. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

The silhouettes of two dancers glow off the red backdrop at Africa Night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

The silhouettes of two dancers glow off the red backdrop at Africa Night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Awuradjoa Badu dancing gracefully during Africa Night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Awuradjoa Badu dancing gracefully during Africa Night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Esther Hardy dances with passion during Africa night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Esther Hardy dances with passion during Africa night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Dancers cheer and wave as they finish their dance. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Dancers cheer and wave as they finish their dance. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

The Wildlife Safari cheetah stares at the crowd. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

The Wildlife Safari cheetah stares at the crowd. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Chantelle Mapfumo shows her red traditional dress during the fashion show. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Chantelle Mapfumo shows her red traditional dress during the fashion show. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Young Rob performs a song during Africa Night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Young Rob performs a song during Africa Night. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Atsan Senghor strikes a pose during the finale fashion show. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Atsan Senghor strikes a pose during the finale fashion show. The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

The African Student Association hosts its annual Africa Night at the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

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Photos: Hundreds gather to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors

The University of Oregon students of the Indian Subcontinent hosted Holi, the Indian festival of colors, at Knight Library lawn in Eugene, Oregon, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. The event brought hundreds of students to the lawn to celebrate the vibrant colors of springtime. Students were encouraged to wear white as the corn flour powder packets were used to cover participants from head to toe in color. Over 200 pounds of powder had been imported from India for this event. 

Hundreds of students simultaneously launch corn flour into the air during the only color toss of the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Hundreds of students simultaneously launch corn flour into the air during the only color toss of the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Senior Biraj Bisht smiles for the camera covered in colored corn flour powder. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Senior Biraj Bisht smiles for the camera covered in colored corn flour powder. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Colored corn starch is thrown into the air during the first and only mass toss. Hundreds of students gather at the Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Colored corn starch is thrown into the air during the first and only mass toss. Hundreds of students gather at the Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

University senior Dylan Dornfeld cheeses for the camera during the event. Hundreds of students gather at the Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

University senior Dylan Dornfeld cheeses for the camera during the event. Hundreds of students gather at the Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Holi participants throw water into the air to try and wet other participants. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Holi participants throw water into the air to try and wet other participants. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A Holi participant gets sprayed by water during the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A Holi participant gets sprayed by water during the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Hundreds of students simultaneously launch corn flour into the air during the only color toss of the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Hundreds of students simultaneously launch corn flour into the air during the only color toss of the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Sophomore Garrett Reynolds takes off his sunglasses that are covered in colored corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Sophomore Garrett Reynolds takes off his sunglasses that are covered in colored corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A couple of students take a selfie after being covered in colored corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A couple of students take a selfie after being covered in colored corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A Holi participant has his faced covered in yellow corn starch powder. Hundreds of students gather at the Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

A Holi participant has his faced covered in yellow corn starch powder. Hundreds of students gather at the Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

University freshman Kayla Kirksey spreads powder over the face of University sophomore TJ Steel. Hundreds of students gather at the Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

University freshman Kayla Kirksey spreads powder over the face of University sophomore TJ Steel. Hundreds of students gather at the Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

A Holi participant gets covered in colored corn flour by her friends. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A Holi participant gets covered in colored corn flour by her friends. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A Holi participant sprays water at several other participants on the Knight Library Lawn. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A Holi participant sprays water at several other participants on the Knight Library lawn. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A student looks to avoid getting sprayed by more colored corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A student looks to avoid getting sprayed by more colored corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A large group of students gather in a circle to dance during Holi. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A large group of students gather in a circle to dance during Holi. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Students fill their water guns with water during the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Students fill their water guns with water during the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

An unlucky Holi participant gets a bucket of water dumped over her head. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

An unlucky Holi participant gets a bucket of water dumped over her head. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Juniors Kevin Brown and Taylor Glass lay on the grass after the conclusion of the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Juniors Kevin Brown and Taylor Glass lay on the grass after the conclusion of the event. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Sophomore Daniel Kono is covered in corn flour during the Holi festival. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Sophomore Daniel Kono is covered in corn flour during the Holi festival. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

A Holi participant is covered in pink and blue colored corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

A Holi participant is covered in pink and blue colored corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

A participant of Holi was well-prepared for the onslaught of colored corn flour with a gas mask. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

A participant of Holi was well-prepared for the onslaught of colored corn flour with a gas mask. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Tiffany Dinh smiles as she is covered in green and yellow corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Tiffany Dinh smiles as she is covered in green and yellow corn flour. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Junior Kyle Furukawa gets shot with a water gun on his face. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Junior Kyle Furukawa gets shot with a water gun on his face. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Jai Pannu enjoys Holi celebration as he sprays his water gun. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Jai Pannu enjoys Holi celebration as he sprays his water gun. Hundreds of students gather at Knight Library Lawn to celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colors, on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

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Photos: Oregon softball beats Minnesota 6-2 to advance to Women’s College World Series

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks took on the No. 16 Minnesota Golden Gophers on Sunday, May 25, 2014 for the second game of the Eugene Super Regionals at Howe Field. A year after losing in the Super Regionals the Nebraska, the Oregon Ducks were able to defeat the Golden Gophers in back-to-back games, beating them on Sunday 6-2. With only a one run lead heading into the seventh inning, Oregon managed to score three more runs to ensure a large lead heading into the bottom of the seventh inning. Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) scored three runs including a two-run triple in the seventh inning to give the Ducks a 5-2 lead.

The Oregon Ducks are headed to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to play in the Women’s College World Series starting May 29, 2014.

The new Back to Back Pac-12 Champions sign sits atop the visitor's dugout before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The new Back to Back Pac-12 Champions sign sits atop the visitor’s dugout before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) runs out onto the field as her name is called out before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) runs out onto the field as her name is called out before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon Duck plays with the crowd before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon Duck plays with the crowd before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota third baseman Kaitlyn Richardson (26) watches Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) hit in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota third baseman Kaitlyn Richardson (26) watches Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) hit in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) is nearly tagged out as she steals second base in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) is nearly tagged out as she steals second base in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon center fielder Koral Costa (7) throws the ball back to the infield in the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon center fielder Koral Costa (7) throws the ball back to the infield in the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota third baseman Kaitlyn Richardson (26) looks to steal third base in the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota third baseman Kaitlyn Richardson (26) looks to steal third base in the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) tries to bunt the ball in the top of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) tries to bunt the ball in the top of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) is called safe as she steal second base in the top of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) is called safe as she steal second base in the top of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota third baseman Kaitlyn Richardson (26) dives into the Minnesota dugout in an effort to catch the pop ball in the top of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota third baseman Kaitlyn Richardson (26) dives into the Minnesota dugout in an effort to catch the pop ball in the top of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Minnesota Golden Gophers welcome short stop Tyler Walker (42) to home plate after hitting a homer to center field in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Minnesota Golden Gophers welcome short stop Tyler Walker (42) to home plate after hitting a homer to center field in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon right fielder Alexa Peterson (14) catches the fly ball to end the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon right fielder Alexa Peterson (14) catches the fly ball to end the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota left fielder Sam Macken (7) misses the ball as she dives into the side wall in the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota left fielder Sam Macken (7) misses the ball as she dives into the side wall in the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) is called out as she tries to steal home plate in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) is called out as she tries to steal home plate in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon right fielder Alexa Peterson (14) hits the softball to center field in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon right fielder Alexa Peterson (14) hits the softball to center field in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota gets ready to play in the top of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota gets ready to play in the top of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pinch hitter Stevie Jo Knapp (18) hits a foul ball in the top of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pinch hitter Stevie Jo Knapp (18) hits a foul ball in the top of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon center fielder Koral Costa (7) makes a diving catch for an out in the bottom of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon center fielder Koral Costa (7) makes a diving catch for an out in the bottom of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) gets ready to bat in the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) gets ready to bat in the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) snags first base before the ball could reach Minnesota second baseman Erica Meyer (3) in the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) snags first base before the ball could reach Minnesota second baseman Erica Meyer (3) in the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon bench leads the crowd in a cheer in the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon bench leads the crowd in a cheer in the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) pitches the ball in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) pitches the ball in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) catches the ball too late as Minnesota's Erika Smyth (6) takes first base in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) catches the ball too late as Minnesota’s Erika Smyth (6) takes first base in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team screams in excitement after beating the Minnesota Golden Gophers to advance to the Women's College World Series. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team screams in excitement after beating the Minnesota Golden Gophers to advance to the Women’s College World Series. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) smiles brightly after beating the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) smiles brightly after beating the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team acknowledges the home crowd one last time before heading to Oklahoma City for the Women's College World Series . The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team acknowledges the home crowd one last time before heading to Oklahoma City for the Women’s College World Series . The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 25, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

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Photos: Oregon softball earns walk-off win against Minnesota in first game of Super Regionals

The Oregon Ducks played the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Howe Field on Saturday, May 24, 2014 in the first game of the NCAA Eugene Super Regional series. No. 1-ranked Oregon Ducks (53-7-1) earned their win with a 10-2 run-rule victory over No. 16 Minnesota (44-11) in front of a record crowd. The Ducks scored eight of their ten runs in the first three innings due to numerous errors by the Golden Gophers. Oregon pitcher Cheridan Hawkins made her Super Regional starting debut on Saturday and only gave up two runs and three hits, finishing with four strikeouts.

The Ducks will play the second game of the Eugene Super Regionals at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 25 at Howe Field.

The Oregon Ducks and Minnesota Golden Gophers warm up before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks and Minnesota Golden Gophers warm up before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks applaud after the singing of the national anthem. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks applaud after the singing of the national anthem. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) delivers the opening pitch in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) delivers the opening pitch in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota right fielder Sam Macken (7) steals second base in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota right fielder Sam Macken (7) steals second base in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota right fielder Sam Macken (7) scores the first run of the softball game in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota right fielder Sam Macken (7) scores the first run of the softball game in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team warms up before heading into the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team warms up before heading into the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks welcome home third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) after hitting the first homer to center field in the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks welcome home third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) after hitting the first homer to center field in the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon right fielder Alyssa Gillespie (9) is told to stay on third base by her coach in the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon right fielder Alyssa Gillespie (9) is told to stay on third base by her coach in the bottom of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon center fielder Koral Costa (7) waits to play in the top of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon center fielder Koral Costa (7) waits to play in the top of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) takes first base in the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) takes first base in the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota pitcher Sara Moulton (9) pitches in the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota pitcher Sara Moulton (9) pitches in the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon short stop Nikki Udria (3) reaches back for second base in the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon short stop Nikki Udria (3) reaches back for second base in the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota pitcher Sara Moulton (9) pitches in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota pitcher Sara Moulton (9) pitches in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The softball bounces off of Oregon center fielder Koral Costa's (7) back in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The softball bounces off of Oregon center fielder Koral Costa’s (7) back in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team reacts after center fielder Koral Costa (7) scores a run in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team reacts after center fielder Koral Costa (7) scores a run in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon second baseman Karine Shaver (8) looks to steal home in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon second baseman Karine Shaver (8) looks to steal home in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota left fielder Paige Palkovich (10) catches the ball to end the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota left fielder Paige Palkovich (10) catches the ball to end the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota second baseman Erica Meyer (3) records a strike in the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minnesota second baseman Erica Meyer (3) records a strike in the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The sun sets behind Howe Field in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The sun sets behind Howe Field in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Minnesota Golden Gophers celebrate at home plate after scoring in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Minnesota Golden Gophers celebrate at home plate after scoring in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) gets ready to bat in the bottom of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) gets ready to bat in the bottom of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) strikes out in the bottom of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) strikes out in the bottom of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) runs back to first base in the bottom of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) runs back to first base in the bottom of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team reacts after designated player Janelle Lindvall (26) hit a single to end the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team reacts after designated player Janelle Lindvall (26) hit a single to end the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team acknowledges the crowd after beating the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team acknowledges the crowd after beating the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

An Oregon helmet lays on the turf after the end of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

An Oregon helmet lays on the turf after the end of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first game of super regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 24, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

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Photos: Oregon softball wins big over Wisconsin and advances to Super Regionals

The No. 1 ranked Oregon softball team (52-7-1), clinched their second Eugene Regionals title with a 6-0 win against Wisconsin in the finals. Infielder Janie Takeda was named the most valuable player after recording team-highs in hits (6), runs scored (5) and runs batted in (5). The Ducks are set to host the Super Regionals starting next Thursday. Their opponent is to be determined.

The Oregon softball team welcomes the fans before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team welcomes the fans before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team plays a game with the rain jackets before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team plays a game wearing rain jackets before the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon and Wisconsin share the field as they warm-up after the rain delay. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon and Wisconsin share the field as they warm-up after the rain delay. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) dives back to first base and almost knocks over Wisconsin first baseman Stephanie Peace (22) in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) dives back to first base and almost knocks over Wisconsin first baseman Stephanie Peace (22) in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team welcomes home left fielder Janie Takeda (19) in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon softball team welcomes home left fielder Janie Takeda (19) in the top of the first inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) smiles as she rounds second after hitting a home run in the top of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) smiles as she rounds second after hitting a home run in the top of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) reacts to an out in the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon left fielder Janie Takeda (19) reacts to an out in the bottom of the second inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Karissa Hovinga (10) pitches the ball in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Karissa Hovinga (10) pitches the ball in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) calls for the ball as Wisconsin center fielder Maria Van Abel (10) tries to steal a base in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) calls for the ball as Wisconsin center fielder Maria Van Abel (10) tries to steal a base in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon short stop Nikki Udria (3) tries to tag Wisconsin first baseman Stephanie Peace (22)  in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon short stop Nikki Udria (3) tries to tag Wisconsin first baseman Stephanie Peace (22) in the bottom of the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon second baseman Karine Shaver (8) prepares herself on the practice mound in the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon second baseman Karine Shaver (8) prepares herself on the practice mound in the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon short stop Nikki Udria (3) gets ready to bat in the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon short stop Nikki Udria (3) gets ready to bat in the top of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Wisconsin center fielder Maria Van Abel (10) runs into right fielder Katie Christner (6) after catching the ball in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Wisconsin center fielder Maria Van Abel (10) runs into right fielder Katie Christner (6) after catching the ball in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) intensely watches the game in the bottom of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) intensely watches the game in the bottom of the fourth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Wisconsin second baseman Megan Tancill (4) catches the ball in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Wisconsin second baseman Megan Tancill (4) catches the ball in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Wisconsin defense tries to tag Oregon center fielder Koral Costa (7) out in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Wisconsin defense tries to tag Oregon center fielder Koral Costa (7) out in the top of the fifth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon catcher Janelle Lindvall (26) catches the fly ball in the bottom of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon catcher Janelle Lindvall (26) catches the fly ball in the bottom of the sixth inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) hits a pop ball in the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon first baseman Kailee Cuico (33) hits a pop ball in the top of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) misses the ball and lets Wisconsin catcher Chloe Miller (28) take third. in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior third baseman Courtney Ceo (22) misses the ball and lets Wisconsin catcher Chloe Miller (28) take third. in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) screams as she strikes out the final hitter in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) screams as she strikes out the final hitter in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon and Wisconsin shake hands and give high-fives at the end of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon and Wisconsin shake hands and give high-fives at the end of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Wisconsin Badgers in the final round of regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday, May 18, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

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Photos: Oregon men’s golf jump to second in NCAA West Regionals and advances to NCAA Men’s Golf Championship

The Oregon men’s golf team concluded its bid to play in the NCAA Championships successfully Saturday. Finishing just one stroke back of winner Stanford, Oregon finished fourteen-over and claimed second in the team category. Oregon freshman Thomas Lim led a final round charge and ended up shooting a 66 (3-under-par) to claim second in the individual category. Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee, who was tied for second after the second round, shot a final round 76 (6-over-par) that brought him down to tie for eight individually. Stanford’s Patrick Rodgers shot a 71 (1-over-par), but still blew out the rest of the competition by six shots.

Oregon is one of five teams from the West Regionals that will be heading to the NCAA Men’s Golf Championships in Hutchinson, Kansas from May 23 to May 28, 2014.

Oregon sophomore Brandon McIver tees off on the first hole to start his round. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Brandon McIver tees off on the first hole to start his round. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Thomas Lim tees off on the second hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Thomas Lim tees off on the second hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Dick Askew from Norman, Oklahoma watches from the side of the green on the first hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Dick Askew from Norman, Oklahoma watches from the side of the green on the first hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Brandon McIver tees off on the second hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Brandon McIver tees off on the second hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Thomas Lim hits his second shot on the third hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Thomas Lim hits his second shot on the third hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A group of golfers practice putting on the fifth green before hitting their shots. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A group of golfers practice putting on the fifth green before hitting their shots. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee hits his approach shot from the fairway in front of a large crowd on the fourth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee hits his approach shot from the fairway in front of a large crowd on the fourth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Michael Gellerman hits his tee shot on the fifth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Michael Gellerman hits his tee shot on the fifth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee hits his tee shot on the sixth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee hits his tee shot on the sixth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers walks around the fifth green to get a good read. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers walks around the fifth green to get a good read. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Michael Gellerman tries to find the opening from the rough on the sixth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Michael Gellerman tries to find the opening from the rough on the sixth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers hits his approach shot from the fairway on the sixth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers hits his approach shot from the fairway on the sixth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford senior Cameron Wilson hits his tee shot on the seventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford senior Cameron Wilson hits his tee shot on the seventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A family walks across a man-made rock bridge near the seventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A family walks across a man-made rock bridge near the seventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Jonathan Woo holds his finish after his second shot on the eleventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon junior Jonathan Woo holds his finish after his second shot on the eleventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Brandon McIver hits his ball out of the sand trap on the seventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Brandon McIver hits his ball out of the sand trap on the seventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Sulman Raza hits his tee shot on the eleventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Sulman Raza hits his tee shot on the eleventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee hits his ball out of the bunker on the tenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee hits his ball out of the bunker on the tenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The tenth green is reflected on Eugene native Richard du Mond's sunglasses. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The tenth green is reflected on Eugene native Richard du Mond’s sunglasses. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Michael Gellerman hits his approach shot on the thirteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Michael Gellerman hits his approach shot on the thirteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers hits his tee shot on the eleventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers hits his tee shot on the eleventh hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Charlie Saxon tries to get his ball back on the fairway after an errant tee shot on the thirteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Charlie Saxon tries to get his ball back on the fairway after an errant tee shot on the thirteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Michael Gellerman chips onto the thirteenth green. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oklahoma junior Michael Gellerman chips onto the thirteenth green. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers lines up his putt on the thirteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers lines up his putt on the thirteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee walks towards the fourteenth green. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee walks towards the fourteenth green. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers hits his tee shot on the fifteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers hits his tee shot on the fifteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Brandon McIver hits his chip shot from the rough on the seventeenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Brandon McIver hits his chip shot from the rough on the seventeenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee tries to chip up the hill to the fifteenth green. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore Zach Foushee tries to chip up the hill to the fifteenth green. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers hits his final approach shot of the tournament on the eighteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior Patrick Rodgers hits his final approach shot of the tournament on the eighteenth hole. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon men's golf team walks off the eighteenth green after capturing second place in the team section. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon men’s golf team walks off the eighteenth green after capturing second place in the team section. The Oregon men’s golf team hosts the final round of the NCAA West Regionals at the Eugene Country Club on Saturday, May 17, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

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