Jones senior Levonte "Kermit" Whitfield comes into the Dream 100 as the reigning champion. Whitfield finished fourth in the event in 2011. With the nations' top sprinters in the field he believes it will take a lot of integrity as well as the perfect race to come out on top. He says defending his title would be very important. See how he prepares in the week leading up to the Dream 100 in this workout video.
The nationally-ranked Florida State men's and women's track & field teams begin chasing NCAA Championship dreams at the East Preliminary meet, which opens Thursday at North Carolina A&T. (via www.seminoles.com)
Ceolamar Ways was used to running the 400. Until the 2013 season it was his marquee event. The Nease High School senior decided to work on his versatility and focus on the shorter sprints, the 100 and 200 meter dash. He hoped it would culminate in a state title and a ticket to the Dream 100 in New York City.
Former Boone High School and Florida State University standout Marvin Bracy has decided to turn pro after signing a contract with Adidas. We caught up with Marvin at the Golden South Classic to talk about the decision, the transition into becoming a professional athlete, and much more.
Five members of the Boston College women's track team and one member of the men's track team qualified for the NCAA East Regional from May 23-25 in an announcement made by the NCAA on Thursday.
The Florida men and Kansas women both remain atop their respective rankings, but the chase pack is beginning to reel them in as the collegiate track & field season enters its homestretch. The No. 2 Texas A&M men lost some ground on the Florida men, but Oregon and Arkansas were propelled by conference championships to the No. 3 and 4 spots, respectively. (via USTFCCCA)
