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Top women's runners prepare for 5K at NCAA outdoor championships

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:50 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Top women's runners prepare for 5K at NCAA outdoor championships
Summary

The women's NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships at Hayward Field begins June 11. Key entrants include Jane Hedengren, Pamela Kosgei, and Doris Lemngole in the 5,000 meters, highlighting a competitive field. Hedengren has set multiple collegiate records this season, including 14:50.5 in the 5K. Kosgei, last year's NCAA outdoor champion in both the 5K and 10K, aims to defend her title, while Lemngole focuses solely on the 5,000 after winning several NCAA championships in other events.

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  • •Jane Hedengren sets a collegiate record of 14:50.5 in the 5K
  • •Pamela Kosgei defends her titles in the 5K and 10K
  • •Doris Lemngole is a five-time NCAA champion
  • •Championships run from June 11 to June 13 at Hayward Field
  • •Men's championships occur on June 7 and 9 at the same venue
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  • 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — Top women's runners set for epic 5K showdown at NCAA outdoor champs
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Jane Hedengren, Pamela Kosgei, Doris Lemngole headline a stacked 5,000 field at the women's NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships at Hayward Field

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