In a story posted last night, I wrote that Cornwall senior Aisling Cuffe broke a New York State record when she won the 1,600 at the Loucks Games Saturday in 4:40.56. The time, when converted to a full mile, would equate to 4:42.19, which is faster than the mark set by Saratoga Springs' Nicole Blood (4:42.40) in 2004. However, that information is incorrect. Record-keepers do not accept such converted times since the 1,600 is about nine meters short of a full mile.
In an email from Larry Byrne, who keeps such records, the committee will now establish an official 1,600 state record of 4:40.56, awarded to Cuffe. Blood will retain her state record for the full mile at 4:42.40.
- Christopher Hunt
