NCAA Track Regionals See Record Participation, Shifting Ranks

The 2025 NCAA Track and Field East and West Regionals are being held from May 28 to May 31 in Jacksonville, Florida, and College Station, Texas, acting as qualifiers for the NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene, Oregon, scheduled for June 11–14. The competitions feature top collegiate athletes, with Texas A&M advancing 13 out of 21 athletes to the quarterfinals and both Bradley and Montana State sending their largest groups in history. Florida A&M fields a balanced men's and women's squad, marking significant representation. Powerhouse teams leading the national rankings now include Southern California, Tennessee, Arkansas (men), Georgia, Texas A&M, and Texas Tech (women), indicating shifts in traditional dominance. The events are streamed live on ESPN+, providing broad access for fans. High school and local track participation is also robust, reflecting a deep talent pool feeding into collegiate championships.