Clemson Tigers Track and Field Team Set to Compete at NCAA Championships
The Clemson Tigers Track and Field team is poised to make a significant impact at the 2025 NCAA Outdoor Championships, scheduled from June 11 to June 14 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. Following a strong performance at the NCAA East Regional Championships in Jacksonville, Florida, the Tigers have secured spots for eight individuals and two relay teams at the national meet .
Men’s Team Qualifiers
Ryan John – Triple Jump
Senior Ryan John has qualified for his first NCAA Outdoor Championships in the triple jump. He achieved a mark of 15.82 meters at the East Regional, securing his spot in Eugene .
Brian Kweyei – 800 Meters
Sophomore Brian Kweyei will represent Clemson in the 800 meters. He posted a time of 1:47.28 at the East Regional, earning his qualification for the national meet .
Jalen Johnson – 200 Meters
Freshman Jalen Johnson is set to compete in the 200 meters, marking his first appearance at the NCAA Championships. He clocked a time of 20.29 seconds in the quarterfinals at the East Regional .
Women’s Team Qualifiers
Shantae Foreman – Triple Jump
Junior Shantae Foreman is returning to the NCAA Championships for the second consecutive year. She achieved a personal best of 14.01 meters in the triple jump at the East Regional, placing her among the national contenders .
Silvia Jelelgo – 1500 Meters and 5000 Meters
Silvia Jelelgo has qualified for two events: the 1500 meters and the 5000 meters. She ran a time of 4:05.68 in the 1500 meters, ranking sixth nationally, and also secured her spot in the 5000 meters .
Aniyah Kitt – 100 Meters
Freshman Aniyah Kitt is set to compete in the 100 meters, marking her first appearance at the NCAA Championships. She posted a time of 11.12 seconds at the East Regional .
Gladys Chepngetich – 800 Meters
Sophomore Gladys Chepngetich has qualified for the 800 meters with a time of 1:59.47, the fastest in Clemson program history and the tenth-fastest in NCAA history .
Oneka Wilson – 100 Meter Hurdles
Senior Oneka Wilson will compete in the 100 meter hurdles after qualifying with a time of 13.04 seconds at the East Regional .
Relay Teams
The Clemson women’s team has qualified two relay teams:
- 4×100 Meter Relay: Aniyah Kitt, Oneka Wilson, McKenzie Calloway, and Sadie Gray .
- 4×400 Meter Relay: Aniyah Kitt, Sadie Gray, Gladys Chepngetich, and Shanque Williams .
Championship Schedule and Viewing Information
The 2025 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships will take place from June 11 to June 14 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. The schedule is as follows:
- Wednesday, June 11: Men’s Day 1 – 7:00 PM ET (ESPN)
- Thursday, June 12: Women’s Day 1 – 7:00 PM ET (ESPN)
- Friday, June 13: Men’s Day 2 – 8:30 PM ET (ESPN2)
- Saturday, June 14: Women’s Day 2 – 6:00 PM ET (ESPN2)
All events will also be available for streaming on ESPN+ .
The Clemson Tigers Track and Field team has demonstrated exceptional talent and determination throughout the season, culminating in a strong showing at the NCAA East Regional Championships. With a diverse group of athletes qualifying in various events, the Tigers are poised to make a significant impact at the 2025 NCAA Outdoor Championships. Fans and supporters are encouraged to follow the team’s progress and cheer on these outstanding student-athletes as they compete for national titles.
