Emily Mackay, a 2021 Binghamton University alumna, won the women's 3000m at the 2026 USA Track and Field Indoor Championships with a time of 8:30.01. The event took place in Staten Island, New York, on February 28, 2026. This victory marks her first national title.
The 2026 USA Track and Field Indoor Championships concluded in Staten Island, New York, on February 28, 2026, featuring top performances across multiple events. In the women's 3000m, Emily Mackay secured first place with a time of 8:30.01, edging out Elle St. Pierre, who finished second in 8:31.07. Margot Appleton took third with 8:41.41.
Mackay, a 2021 graduate of Binghamton University, achieved her first-ever national title in the event. This win highlights her progression in the sport, following previous accomplishments such as competing at the World Track & Field Championships and earning a gold medal in the 1500m at the NACAC Meet in 2025.
Other notable results from the championships included Alia Armstrong winning the women's 60m hurdles in 7.82 seconds, Charity Hufnagel clearing 1.96 meters in the high jump, and Jasmine Moore jumping 6.86 meters in the long jump. In the men's events, Cole Hocker won the 3000m in 7:39.25, just ahead of Yared Nuguse and Nico Young, who finished in 7:39.28 and 7:39.29, respectively. Zach Bradford topped the pole vault at 6.01 meters.
The championships provided key qualifiers and highlights for athletes preparing for upcoming international competitions.
