Postseason Push Begins For FSU
The nationally-ranked Florida State men's and women's track & field teams begin chasing NCAA Championship dreams at the East Preliminary meet, which opens Thursday at North Carolina A&T. (via www.seminoles.com)
Ospreys Swoop Up Talent From South Florida
The University of North Florida continued to add local talent with the addition of Coral Springs distance runner Tyler Bell.
Ways Punches Ticket To Dream 100
Ceolamar Ways was used to running the 400. Until the 2013 season it was his marquee event. The Nease High School senior decided to work on his versatility and focus on the shorter sprints, the 100 and 200 meter dash. He hoped it would culminate in a state title and a ticket to the Dream 100 in New York City.
Final Rosters Set for Saturday’s adidas Dream 100, Mile
NEW YORK CITY (May 21, 2013)—Forty-six of the top high school athletes in the country make up the final rosters for the adidas Dream 100 and Dream Mile, to be contested at the adidas Grand Prix in NYC on Saturday. (Photo by Don Rich)
Where Are They Now? Neamen Wise
Neamen Wise had a very successful career at Lake Brantley High School and signed a scholarship with USF. Wise's college seasons were filled with ups and downs after going to the IAAF World Championships as a freshman, going through periods of injury before bouncing back to win Big East long jump titles in both 2012 and 2013. We catch up with Wise to see how the last four years have been in this feature we call Where Are They Now?
Florida Men, Kansas Women Enter DI Prelims as Favorites in Computer Rankings
The Florida men and Kansas women held on to their top rankings from last week, but both squads’ leads shrunk as teams lower in the rankings made surges toward the top, despite fielding fewer prelims competitors than most of their top-five competition. (via USTFCCCA)
Megan Tse invited to walk on at UF
Spruce Creek track and field standout Megan Tse has been invited to walk on at the University of Florida, according to her high school coach, Stephon Gallon. (via News-JournalOnline.com)
Marvin Bracy Breaks Down His Decision To Turn Pro
Former Boone High School and Florida State University standout Marvin Bracy has decided to turn pro after signing a contract with Adidas. We caught up with Marvin at the Golden South Classic to talk about the decision, the transition into becoming a professional athlete, and much more.
LaCaze Earns World Athletics Titles Berth
Australia's Genevieve LaCaze has earned a spot at the world track and field titles with a personal best 3000m steeplechase time to win in Puerto Rico. (via au.sports.yahoo.com)
Week In Review: May 13 - May 19, 2013
From club meets, to middle school county championships, and the best of the best high schoolers in the southeast at Golden South we have you covered! See what happened across the state in our Week in Review.
Niceville's Howell, Morken Share Male Track and Field Athlete of the Year Honors
Magic had Kareem. M.J. had Scottie. Rice had Montana. Gehrig had Ruth. The hall-of-fame resumes of the aforementioned superstars were all bolstered by a partner in crime. On their own, each athlete represented the best and brightest of his sport. But pair them with a talented ally, and their careers reached another tier. (via www.varsitysportswest.com)
Golden South Classic Coverage HQ
Highlights and all of the coverage round-up from the 2013 Golden South Classic.
Clark Named SEC Mens Freshman Runner of the Year
Florida freshman Jimmy Clark (St. Johns, Fla.) was named the Southeastern Conference Men's Freshman Runner of the Year, as announced by the conference Friday as part of the 2013 SEC Outdoor Track and Field Awards. (via www.gatorzone.com)
Golden South Boys Preview Show
Todd Grasley and Jason Byrne discuss the thrilling boys races coming on Saturday.
Golden South Girls Preview Show
Todd Grasley and Jason Byrne discuss the thrilling girls races coming on Saturday.
Mike Kennedy's 2013 World Youth Championships Prospects- May 15 Report (Exclusive to MileSplit)
In 2011, the United States won its sixth straight IAAF World Youth Championships in Lille, France. The 2013 WYC are just months away in Donetsk, Ukraine. The U.S. team will be selected. June 25-26 at the USATF National Youth Championships in Edwardsville, Il.
Head Of The Class: C/O 2014 Final Outdoor Track & Field Rankings
Are you the best freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior? Where do you stack up against your peers? Find out in a rankings feature we like to call Head Of The Class. (Rankings as of 5/16/2013)
Olinger Gives Underprivileged Kids New Opportunities In ReRun Sneakers
Collect shoes, shoes, and more shoes. That is the goal of Rerun Sneakers, a non for profit started by Oak Hall junior Britney Olinger. Olinger says their mission statement is that being runners and athletes themselves, they understand the effort that goes into every stride.
Marquez Shines At Holy Trinity All Star Showdown
For some runners the Holy Trinity All-Star Showdown was one last chance to run in high school. For others it was a chance to spend time with peers in a competitive atmosphere. For Timber Creek freshman Brandon Marquez it was a chance to set a new personal best.
Gator Men Remain Number One In Latest USTFCCCA Rankings
The Florida men and Kansas women both remain atop their respective rankings, but the chase pack is beginning to reel them in as the collegiate track & field season enters its homestretch. The No. 2 Texas A&M men lost some ground on the Florida men, but Oregon and Arkansas were propelled by conference championships to the No. 3 and 4 spots, respectively. (via USTFCCCA)
Head Of The Class: C/O 2015 Final Outdoor Track & Field Rankings
Are you the best freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior? Where do you stack up against your peers? Find out in a rankings feature we like to call Head Of The Class. (Rankings as of 5/14/2013)
Head Of The Class: C/O 2016 Final Outdoor Track & Field Rankings
Are you the best freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior? Where do you stack up against your peers? Find out in a rankings feature we like to call Head Of The Class. (Rankings as of 5/14/2013)
SEC Outdoor Track & Field Championship Photos By Joe Mizereck
Joe Mizereck took nearly 2000 photos this weekend at the University of Missouri as part of our SEC Outdoor Track & Field Championship coverage. (via MileSplit)
Alumni Report: May 6 - May 12, 2013
Check out performances by Florida high school alumni competing in college for the week of May 6 - May 12, 2013.
Bellamy Becomes UCF's Newest Knight
The recruiting process got off to a slow start for Miami Southridge senior J'Nea Bellamy. However, as the season progressed, and her times dropped, the phone started ringing.
UCF Track & Field Etches Name in History Books With C-USA Outdoor Title
The No. 12 UCF track and field team made history on Sunday night as the first women's program in Conference USA history to win four-straight outdoor championships. (via www.ucfathletics.com)
Week In Review: May 6 - May 12, 2013
The track and field season finished for most athletes, but several runners decided to run postseason meets. Check out performances, results, and coverage for the week of May 6- May 12, 2013.
Eight Is Great!
Record setting performances in the discus, 400m 400m hurdles and the 100m hurdles on Saturday propelled Jacksonville to an eighth straight A-Sun Outdoor Track & Field Championship. The Dolphins have now won 16-straight A-Sun track meets by including the past eight indoor titles. (via www.judolphins.com)
Clark Claims SEC Title In 10k
Slow and tactical. That's how former Creekside standout and University of Florida freshman Jimmy Clark describes the 10k at this year's SEC Championships. The field came through the first 5k in roughly 15:06. Clark says coming in his coaches told the team to hang back from the leaders and not to lead the race. It was a plan that the youngster and teammate Josh Izewski executed to perfection.
Former TFA Standout Gebben Returns To Love Of Track
Ansley Gebben is the definition of athlete. At The First Academy Orlando Gebben racked up seven state titles in her high school career, three in volleyball, and four consecutive in the 300 hurdles in track and field.
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Upcoming Meets
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College Commitments
- Reggie Glover to University of Georgia
- Megan Tse to University of Florida
- Ellyn Snider to University of Texas
- Chris Prophet to Florida International University
- Princy Dorsainvil to Bethune-Cookman College
- Cody Chernoff to University of South Florida
- Justin Jack to University of South Florida
- Vincent Harris to Erskine
- Regina Wilkerson to Florida Atlantic University
- Olivia Bush to Southern Wesleyan