Two standout athletes from Alcorn State, Trellas Forrest and Derrick Williams, have qualified for the NCAA East Regional Track and Field Championships following impressive performances at the SWAC Outdoor Championships. Forrest, this year's 400m SWAC Indoor champion, secured second place with a personal best of 46.02 seconds. Williams excelled in the 100m and 200m events, earning gold medals with times that rank him 30th in both categories in the NCAA East. Both athletes have exemplified mental toughness, contributing to the track program's success. The competition will take place from May 27-30 at the University of Kentucky.

By the Numbers
  • Trellas Forrest's 400m time: 46.02 seconds.
  • Derrick Williams' 100m time: 10.17 seconds; 200m time: 20.49 seconds.
Yes, But

While Forrest and Williams have shown exceptional performance, their upcoming competition at the NCAA regionals involves facing athletes from more prominent programs, which raises the stakes significantly.

State of Play
  • Forrest ranks 45th in the NCAA East for the 400m.
  • Williams stands at 30th in the NCAA East for both the 100m and 200m.
What's Next

As they head into the regional meet, both athletes aim to improve their rankings and potentially qualify for the NCAA Championships, setting the stage for elevated competition and personal bests.

Bottom Line

Forrest and Williams not only represent Alcorn State at the NCAA East Regionals but also demonstrate the program's growing influence in collegiate track and field, underscoring the importance of mental strength and teamwork in sports.