Michigan State's track and field team is gearing up for an exciting weekend at the 2026 Raleigh Relays in North Carolina. The action kicks off on Thursday, March 26, at the Paul Derr Track and Field Facility and wraps up on Saturday, March 28. Fans can catch all the events live on ACCNX, with streaming available each day for three hours.
Recap of Recent Success:
The Spartans are coming off a strong performance at the USF Alumni Invitational. Dillon Morlock set a new school record in the men's shot put with an impressive throw of 20.07m.
Tess Roman also made waves with a second-place finish in the women's javelin, marking the second-longest throw in Michigan State history. Overall, seven Spartans secured top 10 finishes, setting a high bar for the outdoor season.
Event Highlights:
Thursday, March 26:
The competition begins at 9:30 a.m. with Dylan Terryberry in the men's javelin throw. Later, at 4:05 p.m., the men's 1500m run will feature a strong lineup of Spartans, including Jasper Cane and Timothy Cherry. The day concludes with the men's 5000m run at 6:33 p.m., featuring Riley Hough and his teammates.
Friday, March 27:
The day starts at 10:00 a.m. with Leila Barmore in the women's triple jump. The men's pole vault and high jump follow shortly after, with Adam Blue and Landon Cosby among the competitors. The Spartans will also be active in the men's 100m dash at 12:45 p.m. and continue with various running events throughout the day, including the women's 1500m and the 5000m run.
Saturday, March 28:
The final day kicks off at 10:00 a.m. with Natalie Blake and Sophia Mettes in the women's pole vault. The women's long jump and 800m run will see strong participation from the Spartans, with eight athletes slated for the 800m. The men's long jump and 200m dash will keep the momentum going, leading up to the weekend's finale with Noah Sage and Alex Yon in the men's 800m dash at 3:45 p.m.
Michigan State's athletes are poised to deliver standout performances across the board, making this a weekend to watch for Spartan fans.