Carson-Newman track adds two on National Signing Day

JEFFERSON CITY, Tenn. — Carson-Newman head track coach David Needs announced the addition of two athletes on National Signing Day.

Cassadine Blassingame and Alexis Connor have both signed with the Carson-Newman track program.

"We have added student athletes who will make a difference," Needs said. "Cassadine and Alexis fit the profile we are looking for in track program – athletes who excel on and off the track with tremendous versatility."

The Eagles begin outdoor season on March 26th at Tennessee Tech.

Cassadine Blassingame: Sprinter and Jumper – Third in Region AAA High Jump...Third in Triple Jump Region...Regional Qualifier in 100M AAA Georgia High School Track...Stephens County HS, Ga.

Alexis Connor: Pentathlete/Long Jumper – Tennessee State qualifier in the Long Jump...Sectional competitor 800 meters, 100 Hurdles, shot put, high jump, 400 meter relay, 800 meter relay, 1600 meter relay...Sevier County Record Holder in the Long Jump...Sevier County HS.