Five athletes from Southern University's track and field team are preparing to compete at the NCAA East Regional First Round from May 27-30 in Lexington, Kentucky. Koi Wedderburn, Keith Fowler, and Roman Smith represent the men's team, while Taylor Hankton and Tashina Alase will compete for the women's team. Wedderburn, who has the 29th-best long jump this season, will kick off competition on May 27. Alase leads the women’s team with the fastest 100-meter hurdles time in the nation, while Hankton continues to excel in the 400-meter hurdles in her freshman season.

By the Numbers
  • Koi Wedderburn's qualifying long jump is 7.69m (25-2.75), the 29th-best in the East Region.
  • Tashina Alase's hurdles time is 12.64, ranking No. 1 in the nation and No. 8 in the world this season.
State of Play
  • Wedderburn competes first, followed by Alase and Hankton on May 28, with Fowler and Smith jumping on May 29.
  • Alase is in a tight battle for the top national time with Kentucky's Emmi Scales.
What's Next

The Southern athletes will aim to secure top placements to qualify for the NCAA Championships following the regional competitions. Performances in Lexington will determine their paths forward in the postseason.

Bottom Line

Southern University's track and field athletes are poised to make a significant impact at the NCAA East Regional, with Alase and Wedderburn as standout competitors. Their performances could redefine their collegiate careers and set the stage for future success.