Simpson College Athlete Qualifies for NCAA Indoor Championships

James Johnson will compete in the mile event at the national meet.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 3:51pm

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James Johnson, a student-athlete at Simpson College, has qualified for the NCAA Indoor Championships in the mile event. He placed 12th in the seeding with a time of 4:07.10 minutes, earning a spot in the 20-person field that will compete at the national meet in Birmingham, Alabama on March 13.

Why it matters

Qualifying for the NCAA Indoor Championships is a significant achievement for a college athlete, as it represents the opportunity to compete against the best in the nation and potentially win a national title. Johnson's qualification is a testament to his hard work and dedication, and it brings positive attention to the Simpson College athletics program.

The details

Johnson was the lone Storm athlete to earn a spot in the NCAA Indoor Championships field. He will be competing against athletes from other American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) schools, including Wartburg's Solomon Zaugg and Central's Jack Brown.

  • James Johnson qualified for the NCAA Indoor Championships on Sunday, March 12, 2026.
  • The NCAA Indoor Championships will take place on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 2:50 p.m. CDT.

The players

James Johnson

A student-athlete at Simpson College who qualified for the NCAA Indoor Championships in the mile event.

Solomon Zaugg

A student-athlete at Wartburg College who will also compete in the mile event at the NCAA Indoor Championships.

Jack Brown

A student-athlete at Central College who will also compete in the mile event at the NCAA Indoor Championships.

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What’s next

Live results of the NCAA Indoor Championships mile event will be available on ncaa.com and simpsonathletics.com.

The takeaway

James Johnson's qualification for the NCAA Indoor Championships showcases the talent and dedication of student-athletes at Simpson College, and it highlights the competitive nature of the American Rivers Conference in track and field.