The NCAA Division I outdoor track and field championships will take place from June 11 to June 14, 2025, on the renowned Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. Over 250 NCAA member institutions participate in this prestigious event, showcasing a plethora of talent across more than 20 events for both men and women.
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Location of the Championships
Hayward Field will host the championships for the 16th time, reinforcing its status as a premier venue for track and field.
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Schedule of Events
The events commence on Wednesday, June 11, and conclude on Saturday, June 14, with both men’s and women’s competitions occurring simultaneously. The NCAA has released the detailed schedule for the championships, though times are subject to change. You can access the schedule in PDF format here.
Broadcasting Information
The championships will be aired on the ESPN network. Below is the broadcast schedule:
- Men’s Day 1: Wednesday, June 11 at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN
- Women’s Day 1: Thursday, June 12 at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN
- Men’s Day 2: Friday, June 13 at 8:30 PM ET on ESPN2
- Women’s Day 2: Saturday, June 14 at 6:00 PM ET on ESPNU
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Qualifying and Selection Process
The selection for the championship field will occur on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Athletes can begin recording qualifying performances starting March 1, with the deadline for non-conference championships concluding on May 18 and for conference championships on May 19. The final list of athletes accepted into the first rounds will be announced on May 22.
First Round Overview
The first rounds of the championships will run from May 28 to May 31, 2025, taking place simultaneously for both men’s and women’s categories. The East Region first round will be hosted in Jacksonville, Florida, while the West Region first round will occur in College Station, Texas, at Texas A&M.
Historical Context
In the context of NCAA outdoor track and field history, the women’s championships began in the 1982 season, whereas the men’s championships date back to 1921. The current landscape includes various notable past champions:
Recent Women’s Championship Winners
- 2024: Arkansas
- 2023: Texas
- 2022: Florida
- 2021: Southern California
Recent Men’s Championship Winners
- 2024: Florida
- 2023: Florida
- 2022: Florida
- 2021: LSU
As the 2025 NCAA outdoor track and field championships approach, anticipation grows among athletes and fans alike. This event represents not only a culmination of hard work and athletic dedication but also a celebration of the sport itself.
