Balcer's ran the 5,000 meters in 14:55.16 which was fast enough for first place in the event. His time also set a new Emory CrossPlex Showdown record which was previously held by Emory's Jack Whetstone's 2019 time of 15:01.67. Since the Choctaws' season opener at he BSC Indoor Icebreaker in December, Balcer has won all three collegiate, track race he's competed in this season.