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Top boys and girls athletes ready for New Balance Nationals in Philadelphia

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Top boys and girls athletes ready for New Balance Nationals in Philadelphia
Summary

The New Balance Nationals Outdoor are set to begin on June 18, 2026, at the University of Pennsylvania's Franklin Field. Close to a thousand athletes will compete over four days, showcasing notable talents in track and field. Among the boys to watch are Brooks Barbee, ranked No. 7 in the 2-mile run, and Kareem Brown, ranked No. 8 in the 400 hurdles. The girls' field features Clara Adams, with the fifth-best 400 time this season, and Kyara Belfort, showing strong form in the 400 hurdles. Both events are highly anticipated as athletes compete for national recognition.

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  • •Event runs from June 18-21 at the University of Pennsylvania.
  • •Brooks Barbee is ranked No. 7 in the 2-mile run.
  • •Clara Adams holds the fifth-best 400 time this season.
  • •Kareem Brown is ranked No. 8 in the 400 hurdles.
  • •Kyara Belfort has improved her 400 hurdles time to 58.16.
Latest Updates
  • 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Who are the top boys track and field athletes at New Balance Nationals? Our list
  • 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Who are the top girls track and field athletes at New Balance Nationals? Our list
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The New Balance Nationals Outdoor are set to kick off on Thursday, June 18, on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. Here are 40 female athletes to watch for.

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The New Balance Nationals Outdoor are set to kick off on Thursday, June 18, on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. Here are 38 male athletes to watch for.

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