South Carolina Track & Field Kicks Off Outdoor Season

News Summary

This Saturday, March 22, 2025, the South Carolina Track & Field team will launch their outdoor season at the Weems Baskin Invitational in Columbia. This event, marking Senior Day, will celebrate 19 senior athletes. Fans who can’t attend can follow live results online and enjoy thrilling competitions featuring 15 teams, with the Gamecocks facing top Division I rivals. Excitement builds as athletes prepare for the NCAA East Regional leading to national championships. With a busy schedule ahead, it’s a vibrant time for supporters of South Carolina Track & Field.

Columbia, South Carolina Set for Exciting Track & Field Action

This Saturday, March 22, 2025, Columbia, South Carolina, will witness a thrilling day of athleticism as the South Carolina Track & Field team kicks off their outdoor season with the much-anticipated Weems Baskin Invitational. This event promises to be a highlight on the spring sports calendar, hosted at the wonderfully equipped Sheila & Morris Cregger Track.

Celebrating Our Seniors

One of the most heartwarming aspects of the day is the Senior Day celebration. At 11 a.m., fans will gather to honor 19 senior athletes who have shown incredible dedication and skill throughout their collegiate careers. It’s a special moment for both the athletes and their supporters as they celebrate their hard work and commitment to the sport.

Live Results and Updates

For those who can’t attend in person, don’t worry! Live results of the meet will be available online, making it easy for fans to keep track of the action. Additionally, be sure to follow updates on Twitter by following @GamecockTrack for all the latest news and highlights.

Clear Bag Policy

As a reminder for the fans planning to attend, there is a CLEAR BAG POLICY in effect at the venue. This means that only clear bags will be allowed, and attendees can bring one clear, plastic disposable water bottle. Just a heads up, hard, non-clear refillable bottles won’t be permitted.

Team Lineup

The breathtaking event features a showdown among 15 teams, including an impressive representation of 10 teams from South Carolina. Competing alongside the Gamecocks are notable Division I teams such as Charleston Southern, The Citadel, College of Charleston, Coppin State, Gardner-Webb, Maryland-Eastern Shore, and South Carolina State.

Meet Schedule

The excitement kicks off bright and early at 10 a.m. with field events, starting with the women’s hammer throw and the men’s javelin throw. The first track event of the day, the women’s 4x100m relay, is set to start at noon. Fans should stick around for the thrilling relays concluding the day, beginning with the men’s 4x400m relay at 5:10 p.m. and wrapping up with the women’s relay at 5:20 p.m.

A Year in Review

It has been a remarkable year for the Gamecock track team. Notably, Coach Mike Sergent has been recognized with the prestigious USTFCCCA Southeast Region Men’s Indoor Assistant Coach of the Year honor. Their hard work led the Gamecock women to finish tied for 18th and the men to tie for 21st at the recent NCAA Indoor Championship.

Highlighting individual achievements, CJ Licata and Dylan Targgart made history by becoming the first Gamecock duo to score in the men’s shot put at the same NCAA Indoor Championship. On the women’s side, the team scored 12 points, led by JaMeesia Ford, who clinched a bronze in the 200m, and Cheyla Scott, who took fifth in the high jump.

What’s Next?

As the outdoor season unfolds, athletes are gearing up for the NCAA East Regional, set to take place in Jacksonville, Florida, eventually leading to the NCAA Outdoor Championship in Eugene, Oregon. To qualify for this prestigious event, individuals must rank in the Top 48, and relays in the Top 24. It’s an exhilarating path ahead!

Following Saturday’s festivities, the Gamecocks will next compete at the Raleigh Relays, running from March 27 to March 29, 2025. With such an action-packed schedule, it’s a thrilling time to be a fan of South Carolina Track & Field!

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