The women鈥檚 track and field team secured their 12th consecutive title at the 2026 Conference Carolinas Outdoor Championship, winning nine gold medals across 12 athletes. Coach Earl Graves was named Coach of the Year for the fifth consecutive year. Notable performances included Serenity Harvey winning both the 200m and 400m and claiming Freshman of the Year, while Jenna Bryant was awarded Field Athlete of the Year. The team's success was highlighted by winning both the 4x100 and 4x400 relay events, showcasing their dominance throughout the competition.

By the Numbers
  • The team earned nine gold medals across various events.
  • Serenity Harvey won the 200m in 23.38 seconds and the 400m in 54.06 seconds.
  • Jasmine Colwell threw 13.63m in shot put and 51.05m in hammer throw, both securing first-place finishes.
Yes, But

Despite the successes, some individual performances didn't make the podium, such as Haniyyah Johnson in the 200m and Essence Slate in the 400m dash, indicating areas for improvement as they continue their season.

State of Play
  • The Trojans dominated the championship with consistent performances across events.
  • They are set to compete next at the Duke Twilight Meeting on May 3.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the team aims to build on their championship momentum at the upcoming Duke Twilight Meeting, which may set the stage for further qualifying athletes for future competitions.

Bottom Line

The women鈥檚 track and field team has proven their superiority within the conference, and their continued success could lead to more recognition and potential qualifiers for national events as they advance into the outdoor season.