Lee University's Stephen Clark and Aria Hawkins have been honored as the Men's and Women's South Region Track Athletes of the Year, respectively. Both athletes excelled at the NCAA DII Outdoor Championships, contributing significantly to their team's performance. Head Coach Caleb Morgan was also recognized as both the Men's and Women's Coach of the Year after guiding his teams to a successful season, including impressive placements at the GSC Championships.

By the Numbers
  • Stephen Clark won the 3000-meter steeplechase at the NCAA DII Outdoor Championships with a final 400 meters in 59.7 seconds.
  • Aria Hawkins contributed 15 points at the NCAA DII Championships, helping Lee secure a total of 20 points.
Yes, But

While Lee University's athletes achieved remarkable individual accolades, their overall team rankings at the NCAA Championships—20th for the men and 13th for the women—show that there is still room for growth and improvement amidst these individual successes.

State of Play
  • Lee University collected four of the eight potential awards for the South Region.
  • A total of 32 athletes from Lee were recognized as USTFCCCA All-South Region performers this season.
What's Next

The strong performances and recognition at the regional level suggest that both Clark and Hawkins could potentially be contenders in national competitions moving forward. Additionally, continued investment in training and strategy under Coach Morgan may elevate Lee University’s chances at national titles in future seasons.

Bottom Line

Clark, Hawkins, and Coach Morgan's achievements highlight Lee University's growing dominance in track and field. Prioritizing development and teamwork will be key for maintaining and improving upon this success in future championships.