Howard University’s women’s track and field team secured four entries for the NCAA Outdoor Championships following a successful quarterfinal round. Graduate Marcia Sey, alongside juniors Yahnari Lyons and Mackenzie Robinson, and rookie Nilijah Darden clinched a spot in the 4x100 relay with an automatic qualifying time of 43.23 seconds. Lyons also achieved an individual berth in the 200-meter dash, clocking a personal best of 22.72 seconds. Cenaiya Billups and Aniya Woodruff each won their heats in the long hurdles, with Billups setting a new school record of 55.09 seconds. The championships will be held from June 10-13 in Eugene, Oregon.

By the Numbers
  • Team qualified four entries for the NCAA Outdoor Championships.
  • Cenaiya Billups set a new school record with a time of 55.09 seconds in the long hurdles.
State of Play
  • The 2026 NCAA Outdoor Championships are scheduled for June 10-13 in Eugene, Oregon.
  • Team members prepare for upcoming competitions following impressive performances in quarterfinals.
What's Next

The team will be focused on training and preparation as they aim for strong performances at the NCAA Championships, with individual athletes looking to improve their personal bests and school records.

Bottom Line

Howard's women's track program has showcased remarkable talent and determination, setting the stage for potentially historic performances at the upcoming championships. Fans should keep an eye on the athletes as they compete for national recognition.