JaMeesia Ford suffers injury at NCAA Outdoor Championships in 200m prelims
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:43 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
JaMeesia Ford, a South Carolina track athlete, suffered a serious injury during the NCAA 200m prelims last week, halting her championship aspirations. Competing in Heat 1, Ford abruptly stopped and fell, leading to her leaving the track in a wheelchair. She expressed her gratitude for support on social media, indicating her focus on recovery. Prior to the injury, Ford was a favorite in multiple events, having qualified for the 100m and 4x100m relay finals. The full extent of her injury remains unknown, ending her season without championship contention.
- •JaMeesia Ford injured during NCAA 200m prelims last week.
- •She fell to the ground mid-race, reportedly suffering a lower-body injury.
- •Ford was a favorite, having qualified for the 100m and 4x100m relay finals.
- •She posted a message on Instagram about her recovery journey.
- •The extent of her injury is still being assessed.
- 5:43 PMYahoo Sports — MiLaysia Fulwiley Shares 3-Word Message as GF JaMeesia Ford Breaks Silence After Season-Ending Injury
"South Carolina track star JaMeesia Ford is dealing with a significant setback after suffering an injury at the NCAA 200m prelims during the 2026 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships last week. She abruptly stopped during Heat 1 and fell to the ground, ending her 2026 championship hopes.
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