NJSIAA Meet of Champions Returns to Ocean Breeze

The annual state indoor track and field finale will take place on March 8th.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The 2026 NJSIAA State Indoor Meet of Champions, the end-of-season finale for New Jersey's top high school track and field athletes, will be held at the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex in Staten Island, New York on Sunday, March 8th. The event will feature the best competitors from each Group State Championship, with events beginning at 10:00 AM ET. Spectators are encouraged to purchase tickets online in advance, as no cash will be accepted at the door.

Why it matters

The Meet of Champions is the premier high school indoor track and field event in New Jersey, showcasing the state's top talent and determining individual state champions. It draws large crowds of athletes, coaches, and fans, making it a significant event for the local community and the sport as a whole.

The details

The NJSIAA Meet of Champions will feature a full slate of track and field events, with medals awarded to the top eight finishers in each event. Event winners will have the opportunity to be interviewed by MileSplit's Jim Lambert. The usual photo and video coverage will be provided by Tom Smith and Tom Harkins, and the event will include previews, recaps, and feature stories.

  • The 2026 NJSIAA State Indoor Meet of Champions will be held on Sunday, March 8th.
  • Events will begin at 10:00 AM ET.

The players

Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex

The venue hosting the 2026 NJSIAA State Indoor Meet of Champions in Staten Island, New York.

Jim Lambert

A reporter for MileSplit who will be conducting interviews with event winners at the Meet of Champions.

Tom Smith

A photographer who will be providing coverage of the Meet of Champions.

Tom Harkins

A photographer who will be providing coverage of the Meet of Champions.

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What’s next

Spectators are encouraged to purchase tickets online in advance, as no cash will be accepted at the door at Ocean Breeze.

The takeaway

The NJSIAA Meet of Champions is a highly anticipated annual event that showcases New Jersey's top high school track and field talent. The move to the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex in Staten Island provides a larger venue to accommodate the event's growing popularity and importance in the state's sports landscape.