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'Mustang Mile' kicks
off PSA season
The Putnam Science Academy basketball team officially started its season Oct. 14 with its Seventh Annual Mustang Mile, its traditional kickoff event.
All members of the Mustangs boys’ prep team hit the track for the early-morning run, which coach Tom Espinosa calls a great way to off the season.
“It’s always been a good bonding experience for them actually,” he said. “They’re competing against each other, but they’re competing against a time, too. Guys want to turn in a good time.”
Mekhi Gray, a 6-foot, 4-inch guard, was this year’s winner, completing the run in 5:51. Two more guards rounded out the top 3 — Marty Silvera was second in 6:05, followed by Hassan Diarra, who clocked in at 6:10. Melvyn Ebonkoli, a 6-8 forward, was the fastest big man at 6:11, which was also good for fourth overall.
For players 6-7 and shorter, the time to beat is 6:15; anyone taller must finish in 7 minutes flat. Players must run each day until the time is met.
Aaron Robinson holds the Mustang Mile record of 5:19 set in 2014.
PSA is coming off a 38-2 record and a third-place finish in the national prep tournament last year. The Mustangs won the national title two seasons ago.
By Stephen Nalbandian
Sports Information Director
Putnam Science Academy

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