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BYU's Chamberlain, Hedengen Break Indoor Mile NCAA Record
Cougars dominate at two prominent track and field events over Valentine's Day weekend.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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BYU track and field athletes Riley Chamberlain and Jane Hedengren made history over Valentine's Day weekend, breaking the NCAA indoor mile record at the David Hemery Valentine Invitational in Boston. Chamberlain ran a time of 4:20.61, shattering the previous record by nearly 3 seconds, while Hedengren finished second with a time of 4:22.22, also beating the old record.
Why it matters
This achievement highlights the strength and depth of BYU's track and field program, which continues to produce elite-level talent. The indoor mile is one of the most prestigious events in collegiate track, and BYU's dominance in this race demonstrates their ability to compete at the highest level.
The details
In addition to the record-breaking performances in Boston, BYU also had success at the Don Kirby Invitational in Albuquerque. The Cougars will now turn their attention to the Big 12 championship meet on February 27-28 in Lubbock, Texas, where they will look to build on their recent accomplishments.
- On February 14, 2026, Riley Chamberlain ran a 4:20.61 mile, breaking the previous NCAA indoor record by 2.85 seconds.
- On February 14, 2026, Jane Hedengren ran a 4:22.22 mile, also breaking the previous NCAA indoor record.
The players
Riley Chamberlain
A BYU track and field athlete who broke the NCAA indoor mile record with a time of 4:20.61.
Jane Hedengren
A BYU track and field athlete who also broke the NCAA indoor mile record with a time of 4:22.22.
BYU Track & Field/Cross Country
The track and field program at Brigham Young University, which has produced elite-level talent and continues to excel at the highest levels of collegiate competition.
What theyβre saying
βπ¨NEW NCAA RECORD IN THE MILEπ¨ Riley Chamberlain runs a 4:20.61 in the mile, destroying her own school record by 5.58 seconds and the previous NCAA record by 2.85 seconds πππβ
β BYU Track & Field/Cross Country (Twitter)
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β BYU Track & Field/Cross Country (Twitter)
Whatβs next
BYU will compete at the Big 12 championship on February 27-28 in Lubbock, Texas, where they will try to continue their success.
The takeaway
BYU's track and field program has demonstrated its ability to produce elite-level talent, with Chamberlain and Hedengren's record-breaking performances in the indoor mile showcasing the depth and strength of the Cougars' team. This achievement will undoubtedly inspire the team as they prepare for the upcoming Big 12 championship meet.
