Stetson Track Teams Wrap Up Season with Records at USF Invitational

The Hatters men's and women's squads closed out their 2026 campaigns with strong performances at the South Florida meet.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 7:52pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented track and field scene, with overlapping planes of bright red, blue, and yellow shapes representing the dynamic motion and energy of the competition.Stetson's track and field teams capped off their seasons with a series of record-breaking performances at the USF Invitational, showcasing the continued growth and development of the Hatters' programs.Today in Tampa

The Stetson University track and field teams concluded their 2026 seasons this past weekend at the South Florida Invitational hosted by the University of South Florida. The men's team competed on Friday night, with the women following on Saturday, as the Hatters set multiple new program records in their final meet of the year.

Why it matters

Stetson's track and field programs have been steadily improving in recent seasons, and these record-breaking performances at the USF Invitational showcase the continued development of the Hatters' athletes and coaching staff. As the teams look ahead to the 2027 campaign, these results provide momentum and confidence heading into the offseason.

The details

The Stetson men's team saw several individuals set new school records at the USF Invitational, including in the 100m dash, 400m hurdles, and long jump. On the women's side, the Hatters also established new program bests in events like the 800m run and triple jump. These record-setting efforts capped off a successful season for both the men's and women's squads.

  • The Stetson track and field teams competed at the South Florida Invitational on April 11-12, 2026.

The players

Stetson University

A private university located in DeLand, Florida, Stetson fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams known as the Hatters.

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What’s next

Stetson's track and field teams will now enter the offseason as they begin preparations for the 2027 campaign. The Hatters will look to build on their record-breaking performances at the USF Invitational and continue their upward trajectory within the ASUN Conference.

The takeaway

Stetson's track and field programs demonstrated their growth and development by setting multiple new school records at the season-ending USF Invitational. These results provide a strong foundation for the Hatters to build upon heading into the 2027 season.