The Yale women's track and field team is set to compete in the Ivy League Heptagonal Outdoor Championships at Princeton this weekend. All eight Ivy League schools will participate, with scoring conducted on a 10-8-6-4-2-1 scale. Yale finished fifth last year, while Princeton aims to defend their title. Outstanding performers will be recognized for their achievements and a chance to improve outdoor rankings leading to potential NCAA qualifications is at stake.

By the Numbers
  • Yale finished fifth at last year’s Outdoor Heps.
  • Princeton is the defending champion in the competition.
  • Yale currently has several athletes ranked in the Ivy League top 10, including Juliette Kosmont, ranked 2nd in the 100m (11.40).
  • The top 48 individuals and top 24 relay teams will qualify for the NCAA First Round.
Yes, But

While Princeton is a strong contender, Yale's recent performances and returning scorers present them with an opportunity to improve their standing. The unpredictability of track events means outcomes are not guaranteed, despite pre-meet rankings.

State of Play
  • Competition starts Saturday and ends Sunday.
  • All eight Ivy League schools are preparing to compete, with many athletes vying for All-Ivy League honors.
  • This is a critical meet for athletes looking to qualify for the NCAA Championships.
What's Next

The results will be announced next Tuesday, including the Field and Track Performers of the Meet and All-Ivy League selections. Following this, NCAA First Round selections will be revealed next Thursday, influenced by athletes' performance at Heps.

Bottom Line

The Yale women's track and field team enters the Ivy League Championships with potential, while seeking to improve upon last year’s fifth-place finish, and aiming for NCAA qualifications; all eyes will be on their athletes as they compete for honors and performance rankings.