The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Week 8 rankings, released in mid-May 2024, spotlight the nation’s top collegiate track and field programs as they gear up for the NCAA East Regional Championships. These rankings, based on the Track & Field Rating Index (TFRI), provide a comprehensive snapshot of team performances across various events.ย
Top Performers in Week 8
Women’s Rankings:
University of Mississippi (Ole Miss): The Ole Miss women’s team climbed to No. 9 in the Week 8 USTFCCCA Rating Index with 206.75 points. Key contributors include McKenzie Long, who leads in the 200-meter dash with a time of 22.03 seconds, and Jalani Davis, who ranks highly in both the shot put and hammer throw events.ย ย
University of Alabama: The Crimson Tide women’s team secured the No. 8 spot, marking a significant achievement for the program.ย ย
Men’s Rankings:
University of Alabama: The men’s team is ranked No. 5 nationally, bolstered by standout performances such as Victor Kiprop’s gold medal in the 10,000-meter event at the SEC Outdoor Championships.ย ย
University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS): UCCS men’s team moved up to No. 16 in the Week 8 USTFCCCA National TFRI. The team boasts top-10 rankings in several event groups, including the triple jump and long jump.ย ย
Event Squad Rankings
The USTFCCCA also evaluates teams based on their collective strength in specific events. Notable rankings include:
High Point University: The men’s high jump team is ranked 5th nationally, while the decathlon team holds the 6th spot.ย ย
Bridgewater College: The men’s team is ranked 7th in the South Region, with impressive individual performances in the discus and hammer throw events.ย ย
Looking Ahead
As the NCAA East Regional Championships approach, these rankings serve as a testament to the hard work and dedication of student-athletes and coaching staffs across the nation. Programs like Ole Miss and Alabama are poised to make significant impacts, while teams like UCCS and High Point University continue to demonstrate their prowess in specialized events. The upcoming regional competitions will be crucial in determining the national qualifiers and setting the stage for the NCAA Championships.ย
For more detailed information and updates on the rankings, visit the USTFCCCA’s official website.ย ย
