Augusta University's men's and women's track and field teams achieved historic results at the inaugural Peach Belt Conference Indoor Championship on February 23, 2026, in Gainesville, Florida. The men's team placed second with 108 points, setting three conference records, while the women's team finished third with 93 points, including one all-time PBC record and two freshmen of the year honors.
The Peach Belt Conference Indoor Track & Field Championship took place on February 23, 2026, at the Alachua County Sports & Events Center in Gainesville, Florida. This marked the inaugural appearance for Augusta University, whose men's team delivered a strong performance by finishing second overall with 108 points—the highest team conference finish in program history, including outdoor seasons.
The Jaguars' men's highlights included three event champions: Seth Eye won the 800 meters in 1:50.13, setting a PBC Championship meet record that also met the NCAA Division II provisional qualifying standard and ranks 21st nationally. Avery Jaynes claimed the 5,000 meters title in 14:31.77, breaking the meet record, and placed second in the 3,000 meters with 8:13.39. The 4x400-meter relay team of Gabriel Carson, Charlie Roberts, Roberto Barrera, and Dorian Chance won in 3:16.56, establishing an all-time PBC record.
Additional podium finishes for the men were Chris Hart second in the 60 meters (6.81), Ragiariki Lewis third in the 60-meter hurdles (8.26), and Mitchell Jean Baptiste third in the high jump (1.94 meters). Kobe Mitchell earned PBC All-Sportsmanship honors. The team scored points across sprints, middle-distance events, distance races, hurdles, jumps, and throws, with notable contributions from athletes like Devin Barolette, Noah Shepherd, and Joshua Bowen.
The women's team also set a program record by placing third with 93 points. Madison Thomas won the 5,000 meters in 17:26.08, setting an all-time PBC record, and finished fifth in the 3,000 meters (10:59.88). Gabby Jourdain took the 3,000 meters title in 10:58.14 and placed third in the 5,000 meters (17:37.77), earning Freshman Track Athlete of the Year and All-Sportsmanship honors. Cameron Wade was named Freshman Field Athlete of the Year.
Other women's podium results included Jala Williams second in the shot put (11.80 meters), Madison Mitchell third in the 60 meters (7.88), Ava Adams third in the 200 meters (25.57), Taneiha Bowman third in the triple jump (11.25 meters), and the distance medley relay third (13:01.47). Points came from various events, with athletes like Thanna Davis and Rebekah Klossner contributing. Both teams now shift focus to the outdoor season.
