The Morgan State men's track and field team showcased resilience during Day 2 of the MEAC Outdoor Championships, securing a conference title in the hammer throw and solid qualifying times on the track. Sophomore Demond Smith won the hammer throw with a toss of 49.58 meters and contributed points in the shot put with a personal-best of 14.49 meters, helping the team to sixth place overall with 27 points. Additionally, sophomore Doyin Smith advanced to the finals of the 100-meter dash, and sophomore Caleb Mincey qualified for the 800 meters finals with the fastest time of the preliminaries.

By the Numbers
  • Demond Smith's championship-winning hammer throw measured 49.58 meters.
  • Caleb Mincey recorded the fastest qualifying time in the 800 meters at 1:49.03.
State of Play
  • Morgan State currently sits in sixth place with 27 total points among competing teams.
  • Upcoming finals feature prominent events, including the 4x100 and 4x400-meter relays, streaming live on ESPN+.
What's Next

As Championship Saturday approaches, the Bears will aim to improve their standings with key athletes competing in finals across multiple events, particularly in sprints and relays.

Bottom Line

The Morgan State men's track team has demonstrated their tenacity, and with key performances expected in the coming finals, they have a strong chance to enhance their overall team results in the MEAC Championships.