The Leon Johnson NSU Invitational is set to take place on Saturday, marking a poignant farewell for over 30 seniors competing in their final home meet. The event honors the late Leon Johnson, a legendary coach who shaped NSU's track and field program for 31 years. Despite being a smaller meet this year, expectations remain high for impressive performances from participating athletes including those from Southern, LeTourneau, and Centenary. This year's invitational is also the first to be held on NSU's newly renovated track, featuring state-of-the-art lighting and scoreboard.

By the Numbers
  • This year's invitational features over 30 senior athletes participating in their final home meet.
  • Sileena Farrell's 11.47 in the 100-meter dash is the top mark in Southland Conference and ranks 18th nationally.
State of Play
  • The home meet is the first under the new lights and scoreboard of the refurbished track.
  • NSU track athletes are coming off strong performances, especially at the Louisiana Classics.
What's Next

Following the Leon Johnson NSU Invitational, NSU athletes will compete at the Florida Relays, a significant two-day meet starting on April 3.

Bottom Line

The event offers a nostalgic farewell to a significant group of seniors while celebrating Leon Johnson's legacy, setting the stage for promising performances on NSU's newly upgraded facilities.