Kennesaw State's track and field team will send 42 athletes to compete at the Florida Relays on April 3-4. The event, which started in 1939, has evolved into a major meet for collegiate athletes. This marks KSU's return to the relays after a hiatus since 2019. Senior Chance Cross will debut in the 100m, aiming to break his own school record of 10.01 seconds. The team has experienced success with record-breaking performances in jumps and throws during the season.

By the Numbers
  • 42 KSU athletes scheduled to compete at the Florida Relays.
  • Freshman Gage Voyles set a high jump record of 2.18m (7'1.75), ranking No. 1 in CUSA and No. 2 nationally this season.
  • KSU has the top mark in five events in Conference USA as of now.
Yes, But

Despite impressive individual and team performance, the Owls face stiff competition at the Florida Relays and must maintain momentum to succeed in upcoming championships.

State of Play
  • The weather in Gainesville is expected to reach highs of 86掳F during the relays.
  • KSU recently broke three school records at the Yellow Jacket Invitational.
  • The men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 teams are currently ranked in the top five in the South Region.
What's Next

After the Florida Relays, the team will compete at the Spec Towns Invitational in Athens from April 9-11, and Kali Terza will participate in a throws meet in Oklahoma.

Bottom Line

KSU's track and field squad is poised for strong performances at the Florida Relays, with record holders and top-ranked athletes ready to make an impact. Success at this meet could set the tone for the remainder of the season and upcoming championships.