Fort Hays State's men's and women's track and field teams are ranked 24th in the NCAA Division II Outdoor Track and Field Rating Index. The women have entered the top 25 for the first time this season, while the men maintain their ranking for a second consecutive week. Both teams have achieved notable national qualifying marks this season, showcasing individual athletes who rank among the best in the nation across several events.

By the Numbers
  • Men's team has 15 national qualifying marks, including three in the top 10 nationally.
  • Women's team has nine qualifying performances, with two ranking in the top four nationally.
  • Drew Tolar's decathlon points total is the fifth-most in the country at 7,096.
  • Annabeth Baalmann ranks third in the nation for pole vault with a clearance of 13-9.25.
State of Play
  • Both teams rank among five MIAA programs in the top 25 this week.
  • The men's team secured their ranking with strong performances, including multiple athletes in the top 20 nationally.
  • The women's team's ranking is bolstered by record-breaking individual performances and top national placements.
What's Next

The Tigers will compete in the MIAA Championships from May 1-3 in Pittsburg, Kansas, aiming to improve their standings and achieve further qualifying marks for the national championships.

Bottom Line

Fort Hays State's track and field teams are proving to be formidable contenders in NCAA Division II, with both squads aiming to capitalize on their current momentum at the upcoming MIAA Championships.