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2026 Flat Branch Ultra sets state running records
More than 20 Missouri running records fell at the 2026 Flat Branch Ultra as Brendan Connell and Jessalyn Sadler sped to overall victories on Columbia’s USATF-certified 50K course. The Feb. 21 event delivered a surge of strong performances on the MKT and Katy Trails, according to a community announcement.
Organizers said runners broke 23 Missouri state records documented at StateRunningRecords.com, according to the announcement. Connell won the race in 3:01:32, and Sadler captured the women’s title in 3:26:47 as athletes posted competitive marks across multiple age groups.
Race director John Shelby of Ha Ha Racing Events said the certified course was designed to offer a fast, accurate and well-supported 50K experience, according to the announcement. The out-and-back route includes stretches along the Missouri River, nearby bluff views and a pass by the historic Burr Oak.
The Flat Branch Ultra is held each year on the third Saturday in February with an 8 a.m. start time. Fleet Feet Columbia and Fleet Feet Jefferson City served as title sponsors for the 2026 event. Full results and event details are available at UltraSignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=124682, HaHaRacingEvents.com and StateRunningRecords.com.
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This article originally appeared on Columbia Daily Tribune: Flat Branch Ultra 2026 sets new Missouri running records
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Texas Longhorns (18-11, 9-7 SEC) at Arkansas Razorbacks (21-8, 11-5 SEC)
Fayetteville, Arkansas; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: Texas visits No. 20 Arkansas after Tramon Mark scored 23 points in Texas' 76-70 win over the Texas A&M Aggies.
The Razorbacks are 15-1 on their home court. Arkansas scores 89.8 points and has outscored opponents by 10.1 points per game.
The Longhorns have gone 9-7 against SEC opponents. Texas is sixth in the SEC allowing 75.5 points while holding opponents to 44.4% shooting.
Arkansas averages 8.1 made 3-pointers per game, 1.1 more made shots than the 7.0 per game Texas gives up. Texas averages 84.3 points per game, 4.6 more than the 79.7 Arkansas allows.
The matchup Wednesday is the first meeting of the season between the two teams in conference play.
TOP PERFORMERS: Trevon Brazile is averaging 12.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.6 blocks for the Razorbacks. Darius Acuff Jr. is averaging 26.5 points over the last 10 games.
Dailyn Swain is scoring 17.7 points per game and averaging 7.4 rebounds for the Longhorns. Jordan Pope is averaging 1.8 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Razorbacks: 7-3, averaging 89.7 points, 29.2 rebounds, 15.8 assists, 5.8 steals and 5.4 blocks per game while shooting 51.7% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 84.8 points per game.
Longhorns: 7-3, averaging 81.1 points, 30.4 rebounds, 10.5 assists, 5.2 steals and 3.0 blocks per game while shooting 51.0% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 76.5 points.
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