Charlotte, N.C. – The Belmont men’s track and field team opened up its spring season at the 49er Track and Field Classic hosted by UNC-Charlotte Saturday in Charlotte, North Carolina.

The Bruins posted five top-five finishes among the eight events the team competed in during the meet. The team’s performance was highlighted by its pair of Kenyan runners. Freshman Hillary Cheruiyot won the 3000 meter steeplechase with a time of 9:35.81. He also placed second in the 1500 meters with a time of 3:54.93. Fellow Kenyan Kipkosgei Magut finished second in the 3000 meter steeplechase and fourth in the 1500 meters. The only other Bruin with a top-five finish was John Brigham, who placed fourth in the 5000 meters.

For full results from Saturday’s meet, go to www.charlotte49ers.com.

Belmont is back in action next Saturday as they compete at the Rhodes College Invitational in Memphis.