McNeese Cowgirl multi-sport All-American and record holder Grace McKenzie will compete in her first heptathlon this outdoor season when she opens up action on Wednesday at the prestigious Texas Relays in Austin.
 
McKenzie, who qualified for the NCAA Championships in the heptathlon last outdoor season but did not compete due to an injury, will be looking to build on her multiple record-setting indoor season. 
 
"It'll be a good indication of where we're at," said McKenzie. "Hopefully whatever comes of these two days will only be a fraction of what's to come in the next few weeks at the championship meets.  Of-course the goal is to come out healthy and get the team of to a good start."
 
McKenzie will be joined by fellow Cowboy and Cowgirl teammates throughout the week as both will be competing at Texas Relays and Texas State Bobcat Invitational from Wednesday through Saturday. 
 
The squads will go up against some stiff competition at both meets, facing not only professional athletes but also some of the best the NCAA has to offer.
 
McKenzie will kick off the week with the heptathlon Wednesday morning at 10:30 at the Texas Relays. The Bobcat Invitational will get underway on Thursday morning.