Track and Field
OHSAA renames state track championships after Jesse Owens
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The Ohio High School Athletic Association has renamed its annual state track and field championships in honor of legendary athlete Jesse Owens. The decision, approved unanimously by the OHSAA board, takes effect immediately and coincides with the 90th anniversary of Owens' four Olympic gold medals in 1936. This year's expanded event will run over four days in June at Ohio State's Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium.
Western Kentucky University athletics teams face a packed week of competitions across basketball, softball, and tennis from February 2 to 8, 2026. Home games include men's basketball matchups, while road trips feature softball in Georgia.
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Illinois State's track and field team posted impressive results at the Dr. Rick McGuire Invitational in Columbia, Missouri, over the weekend. The Redbirds competed strongly against competitive Midwest programs, with several athletes securing top finishes in various events. Both the men's and women's squads contributed to the team's positive showing.
Keiser University's indoor track and field athletes concluded the Legends of Alachua County Invitational on Sunday with impressive results in throws and hurdles. The men's team saw a school record set in the shot put, while the women's squad delivered solid performances in shot put and the 800 meters. Held at the Alachua County Sports and Events Center in Gainesville, Florida, the meet highlighted several top finishes for the Seahawks.
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Australian Cameron Myers and American Nikki Hiltz claimed victory in the prestigious Wanamaker Mile events at the 118th Millrose Games in New York on February 1, 2026. Reigning world champions Cole Hocker and Cordell Tinch also secured titles in the two-mile and 60m hurdles, respectively, highlighting a competitive indoor track meet.
Several Southeastern Conference track and field programs delivered standout performances at the Razorback Invitational in Fayetteville, Arkansas, over the weekend. Athletes from LSU, Florida, Georgia and Texas Tech shattered school records, personal bests and national marks across sprints, distance events and field competitions. The meet concluded on Saturday with multiple relay victories and top finishes.
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Kelly achieved the national standard in the hurdles for a second time at the Inland Northwest Invite. The performance was highlighted in a Dailyfly News report on February 1, 2026.
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