Southern Miss Track and Field is set to compete in the 2026 Sun Belt Outdoor Championships from May 14-16 in Mobile, Alabama. The Golden Eagles will have 44 athletes, including 24 women and 20 men, vying for top honors. Last season, the men's team achieved a sixth-place finish with 72 points, while the women's team placed third with 97 points. This year, they aim to improve on those standings. All events will be streamed live on ESPN+ with results updated by Xpress Timing.

By the Numbers
  • Last season, the men's team scored 72 points, placing sixth overall.
  • The women's team earned 97 points, securing a third-place finish.
State of Play
  • The Golden Eagles have made four appearances at the Sun Belt Championships.
  • Men’s best finish in the past two years was sixth place in 2024 and 2025.
  • Competition opens with the decathlon and heptathlon events on May 14.
What's Next

The Golden Eagles will look to build on last year’s performance and earn more All-Sun Belt honors. Expected standout performances may come from returning All-Sun Belt athletes. With the championship event spanning three days, strategy and health will be crucial for the team.

Bottom Line

The Southern Miss track and field program is positioned to enhance its competitiveness at the 2026 Sun Belt Outdoor Championships, with the potential to outperform last year’s results and elevate its standings among conference rivals.