Tufts Men's Track Team Breaks DMR School Record

Jumbos post top-11 Division III time, eyeing NCAA championship berth

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Tufts University men's track & field team delivered a standout performance at the Tufts Final Qualifier on Saturday, breaking the school record in the distance medley relay with a time of 9:53.41, which converts to 9:45.46 for national ranking and currently sits at 11th in Division III, putting them in contention for an NCAA championship berth.

Why it matters

The success of the Tufts men's track & field team reflects a broader trend of increasing competitiveness in Division III athletics, driven by more athletes dedicating themselves to year-round training, improved coaching and facilities, and a growing emphasis on athletic performance alongside academic achievement.

The details

Senior Quinn Hampson, senior Cam McLeod, junior Sam Kurian, and senior Cullen McCaleb combined for the record-breaking DMR run, surpassing the previous mark of 9:54.92 set in 2018. McCaleb also boosted his individual ranking in the 3000 meters, improving from 20th to 18th nationally with a converted time of 8:08.29. Freshman Jack Davis achieved a personal record in the 60-meter dash, and the 4x400-meter relay team posted a converted time of 3:17.06, placing them 42nd in the nation.

  • The Tufts Final Qualifier took place on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
  • The previous DMR school record of 9:54.92 was set in 2018.

The players

Quinn Hampson

Senior on the Tufts men's track & field team.

Cam McLeod

Senior on the Tufts men's track & field team.

Sam Kurian

Junior on the Tufts men's track & field team.

Cullen McCaleb

Senior on the Tufts men's track & field team who also improved his individual ranking in the 3000 meters.

Jack Davis

Freshman on the Tufts men's track & field team who achieved a personal record in the 60-meter dash.

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What’s next

The Tufts team now awaits the official NCAA championship selections, which are expected to be announced on Sunday. 12 relays and 20 individuals in each event typically qualify for the NCAA Division III Track & Field Championships.

The takeaway

The Tufts men's track & field team's record-breaking performance and strong individual results reflect the growing competitiveness of Division III athletics, driven by increased access to coaching, improved facilities, and a greater emphasis on athletic achievement alongside academics.