College Track and Field is Under Siege! Can the Sport Survive NCAA Revenue Sharing?
College track and field is facing an existential crisis, with shrinking budgets, reduced scholarships, and program eliminations threatening its future. According to the USTFCCCA CEO, the sport must innovate or risk elimination.
The Real Champions: Why D1 Doesn’t have the Only Powerhouses in College Track and Field
The Florida Gators dominate Division I men’s track and field with multiple national titles, but D2 Pittsburgh State and D3 UW-La Crosse could challenge their supremacy. By comparing top performances across NCAA divisions, this analysis suggests that depth across all events—not just elite individual talent—defines the best college track and field team.
What will happen to Men’s College Track and Field with the SEC’s New Roster Cap?
The SEC’s new roster cap for men’s track and field is set to reshape the landscape of the the sport. Reducing roster sizes could lead to a redistribution of talent across NCAA programs, creating new opportunities for smaller schools while shifting the dynamics of college track and field.
Christian Miller Skipped College to Sign with Puma, but Faces a Tough Road to Olympic Glory
Christian Miller, a standout high school sprinter, turned professional after running a world-leading 9.93-second 100m and finishing fifth at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials. Now signed with Puma, Miller faces a challenging road ahead as he competes against some of America’s best sprinters for a spot on Team USA in future Olympic Games.
NCAA D1 Cross Country Mid-Season Breakdown: Key Teams and Underdogs to Watch
The NCAA Cross Country season is heating up, with top contenders like BYU and Oklahoma State leading the men’s race, and BYU and NAU battling for the women’s title. However, sleeper teams could shake up the standings. While rankings provide insight, teamwork and preparation will ultimately decide the national champions.
Understanding College Track and Field Recruiting: Why Smaller D1 Conferences Matter
Most recruits overlook smaller Division I track and field programs. However, elite talent and top-tier coaching exist across all Division I conferences, with smaller programs often excelling in developing athletes. Recruits should consider a broader range of schools to find the best fit for their growth and competitive success.
Rylee Blade’s Rise: Her 3 Mile Record could be one of the Greatest Upsets in XC History
Rylee Blade’s record-breaking win at the 2024 Woodbridge Cross Country Invitational solidified her status as a rising star in high school distance running, surpassing top-ranked competitors. Will she be the next breakout star at the NCAA level?
Athlos 2024: A Game-Changing Track and Field Event or Flash in the Pan?
The Athlos Track Meet in New York City redefined track and field by combining elite performances with entertainment elements like a live DJ, VIP seating, and a Megan Thee Stallion concert. It was a track meet unlike anything fans have ever seen, but is this approach sustainable for pro track and field?
What It Takes to get Recruited by the Top D1 Track and Field teams
The top college track and field programs are seeking elite athletes who can compete on a global level. To get recruited in Division I, especially in Power conferences, athletes must perform in national high school championships, rank on leaderboards, and compete against both U.S. and international talent.
The Future of Track and Field: Can the Grand Slam Track League Save the Sport?
Michael Johnson’s upcoming Grand Slam Track League aims to revolutionize professional track and field by offering higher prize money, focusing on rivalries, and engaging casual fans. With key athletes like Noah Lyles undecided, the league faces challenges but has the potential to reshape the sport’s future beyond the Olympics.
Mondo Duplantis: The Greatest Sprinter We Never Saw
Mondo Duplantis, the world’s greatest pole vaulter, dominates due to his unmatched sprinting speed. Although he chose to focus on pole vaulting, his sprinting ability suggests he could have been one of the world’s top sprinters if he had pursued it.
Femke Bol: The Greatest Olympian to never win her event?!
Femke Bol has dominated the 400-meter hurdles, winning four consecutive Diamond League titles and multiple relay golds. However, an individual Olympic gold still eludes her. But her legacy should be unquestioned, even if she never wins Olympic gold.
The Hidden World of Professional Track and Field: Beyond the Olympic Spotlight
Track and field shines during the Olympics but lacks visibility outside the Games. To keep the sport thriving, it needs better promotion and year-round engagement.
Bayanda Walaza: The Next Great Junior Sprinter on the Rise
South African sprinter Bayanda Walaza won the sprint double at the 2024 World Junior Championships after winning an Olympic silver medal in the 4x100 meter relay. So he's not only one of the fastest teenagers in the world, but has the potential to dominate track and field in the future.
EA Sports College Football is back, but the speed ratings are so wrong, it’s almost embarrassing
EA Sports College Football has returned, sparking debate over the accuracy of speed ratings given to college football players. especially those who also excel in track and field. Which players did they get right, and which ones did they get wrong?
How will the NCAA paying college athletes impact track and field?
The plan to pay the athletes is to share revenue that is generated, which unfortunately track and field struggles to do. So instead of paying the athletes, this will likely have very real consequences for track and field teams.
2024 D1 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Conference Championship Tracker
Keep track of everything going on at the outdoor conference championships, all around D1. Remember that it is incredibly hard to win a championship anywhere in the NCAA, no matter what conference you are competing in.
Popular Lies People Believe about Track and Field Recruiting
Track and field recruiting has had a big problem for years. There were no legitimate recruit rankings to use. As a result recruits were easily taken advantage of in the process.
Is Christian Miller the Future of American Sprinting?
The truth is that Christian Miller is a true 5 star recruit, whom nobody really saw coming 4 years ago. He has a chance to dominate the junior level in 2024 while putting the NCAA on notice.
Parker Valby’s Indoor NCAA Championship is proof she has no competition in college
The truth is that Parker Valby is the most dominant distance runner in college now. But it is also 100 percent of accurate that simply finishing the sentence there is an understatement.