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Rutgers track and field sends two athletes to NCAA Championships in Eugene

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 3:51 PM

Last updated May 31, 2026

Rutgers track and field sends two athletes to NCAA Championships in Eugene
Summary

Rutgers University's track and field team concluded a successful outing at the NCAA East First Round held at the University of Kentucky. With the largest contingent in school history, two Scarlet Knights qualified for the NCAA Championships in Eugene. The competition was fierce, with only the top 12 from each site advancing. The Rutgers athletes demonstrated exceptional performance throughout the four-day event, meeting the demanding qualification standards. Their advancement marks a significant achievement for the program as they prepare for the upcoming championships.

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  • •Rutgers had the largest NCAA East First Round team in history.
  • •Two athletes qualify for the NCAA Championships in Eugene.
  • •The event took place at the University of Kentucky.
  • •Only top 12 athletes from each site advance.
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  • 3:51 PMYahoo Sports — Two Scarlet Knights Punch Tickets to Eugene as Rutgers Wraps Record-Sized NCAA East First Round Trip
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For a Rutgers track and field program that arrived in Lexington with the largest NCAA East First Round contingent in school history, the math at this stage of the postseason was always going to be unforgiving. Top 12 from each site, no margin, no second chances. Across four days at the University of Kentucky Outdoor […]

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