Marshall Track and Field kicked off its outdoor season impressively at the 2026 Hampton Inn River City Relays, achieving multiple individual victories and podium finishes. The team highlighted its performance with three Top-3 all-time program marks made by Justin Lipscomb, Samari McCord, and Trashaun Smith. The Herd excelled in various events, sweeping podiums in high jump, long jump, hammer throw, and sprints.

By the Numbers
  • Samari McCord's 200-meter time of 21.27 seconds ranks #2 in program history.
  • Justin Lipscomb's winning 5K time of 14:24.59 is the #3 all-time in program history.
  • Trashaun Smith's high jump of 2.10 meters stands as #2 all-time in program history.
State of Play
  • Marshall swept win podiums in key events including high jump, long jump, and sprints.
  • The performances reflect the team's potential and competitive edge heading into the rest of the season.
What's Next

As the outdoor season unfolds, the Herd will aim to build on its impressive start, focusing on upcoming meets to further solidify their program records and individual standings.

Bottom Line

The Herd's strong showing at the River City Relays not only sets a promising tone for the outdoor season but also showcases emerging talent that could propel the team to new heights in collegiate athletics.