The Great Danes are gearing up for the 2026 outdoor track and field season as the reigning America East Champions, having concluded the previous season with a strong showing that crowned them in both men's and women's divisions. They boast a remarkable history, including 70 combined titles across men's and women's cross country and track and field. With 14 returning medalists from last year's championship, the team is poised to defend their titles with star athletes such as Tooni Ogunyeye and Beatriz Mora Herencia leading the charge.

By the Numbers
  • 31 overall medalists at the 2025 America East Outdoor Championships.
  • 14 returning medalists, of which 10 are past champions from last year's team.
  • UAlbany has won 298 outdoor event titles historically, with 165 by the men's team and 133 by the women's team.
State of Play
  • The men's and women's teams have both placed second at the 2026 Indoor America East Championships.
  • Last season, the Great Danes achieved a combined total of 24 medalists across events.
  • UAlbany will begin the outdoor season with competitions in Florida, including the USF Alumni Invitational starting on March 20.
What's Next

The Great Danes will kick off their outdoor campaign with several key meets, including the prestigious Penn Relays at the end of April. They aim to build momentum ahead of the critical America East Championships scheduled for May. Strengthened by new talent, the team is poised to maintain their competitive edge in upcoming events.

Bottom Line

With a strong foundation of returning champions and a promising roster of new athletes, the Great Danes are set to continue their legacy of excellence in track and field as they pursue another successful season in 2026.