Junior Charlie Ortmans has secured a spot at the NCAA Outdoor Championships following a strong performance in the men's 10,000m semifinal during the 2026 NCAA East First Round, finishing 11th with a time of 28:53.00. This marks the first time Ortmans will represent Harvard at the NCAA championships. Classmate Sam Burgess closely followed, finishing 13th in the same event with a time of 29:08.89. Other notable performances included junior Timi Esan's 39th place finish in the men's 100m first round and sophomore Harlow Tong's 37th place finish in the 400m.

By the Numbers
  • Charlie Ortmans finished 11th in the men's 10,000m with a time of 28:53.00.
  • Sam Burgess finished 13th in the same event, clocking 29:08.89.
  • Timi Esan set an Ivy League all-conditions record with a time of 10.15 earlier this season.
  • Harlow Tong holds a school record of 45.70 in the 400m, set during the Ivy League Championships.
State of Play
  • Ortmans will compete in the NCAA Outdoor Championships for the first time in his collegiate career.
  • Harvard has qualified at least one athlete in the men's 10,000m in four of the last five years.
  • The women's team is set to begin its events in the NCAA East First Round tomorrow.
What's Next

The Crimson women's team starts competing in the NCAA East First Round tomorrow, with the women's 100 hurdles event. Live coverage will be available on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

With multiple athletes performing at a high level, Harvard's track and field program showcases its strength and competitiveness, setting the stage for future success at the NCAA Championships. Ortmans' achievement highlights the team's ongoing commitment to excellence in distance events.