BOSTON – The Notre Dame women’s track and field team holds a narrow lead after two days of competition at the 2026 Atlantic Coast Conference Indoor Track & Field Championships, while the Virginia men are firmly in control. The championships, taking place at the TRACK at modern balance in Boston, Massachusetts, will conclude Saturday with 21 championship events scheduled.
The Fighting Irish women have accumulated 29 points, edging out Virginia with 27. Miami and Stanford are tied for third place with 26 points each. On the men’s side, Virginia’s dominance is clear with 48 points, significantly ahead of Louisville (31 points) and North Carolina (28.5 points). The competition has been fierce, with several athletes delivering standout performances.
Miami’s Campre Wins Heptathlon Gold
Miami’s Edgar Campre secured the gold medal in the men’s heptathlon, finishing with a season-best score of 5,852 points. The heptathlon, a grueling two-day event, saw Campre excel in five of the seven disciplines. Virginia Tech’s Nathaniel Paris closely followed, earning a silver medal with 5,821 points, just 31 points behind the winner. North Carolina’s Max Stakun-Pickering rounded out the podium with a score of 5,666 points, taking home the bronze.
NC State’s Adams Defends Long Jump Title
NC State sophomore Tyson Adams successfully defended his long jump title from 2025, leaping 7.67 meters (25-2) on his final attempt. This performance secured the gold medal and showcased Adams’ consistency and skill. Louisville’s Miller Jones took second place with a jump of 7.61 meters (24-11.75), while Florida State’s Justin Woulard finished third with a mark of 7.41 meters (24-3.75).
Stanford’s Jones Continues High Jump Dominance
Stanford’s Alyssa Jones continued her reign as the ACC Champion in the women’s high jump, clearing a height of 1.86 meters (6-1.25). This marks the second consecutive year Jones has claimed the title, demonstrating her exceptional talent and consistency. Pitt’s Alesia Rengle finished second with a jump of 1.78 meters (5-10), and Georgia Tech’s Kendall Ward secured third place at 1.75 meters (5-8.75). Jones also added a silver medal in the women’s long jump, posting a jump of 6.38 meters (20-11.25).
Savage Soars to Victory in Women’s Long Jump
Louisville’s Synclair Savage claimed the gold medal in the women’s long jump with a winning jump of 6.40 meters (21-0) on her fifth attempt. Jones’s silver medal performance kept the competition tight. SMU’s Cleo Martin-Evans secured the bronze medal with a jump of 6.18 meters (20-3.5).
Current Team Standings
Here’s a seem at the current team standings after six of 17 events scored for the women, and seven of 17 events scored for the men:
| Women’s Team Scores | Points |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame | 29 |
| Virginia | 27 |
| Miami | 26 |
| Stanford | 26 |
| Duke | 18 |
| Louisville | 16 |
| Boston College | 16 |
| Wake Forest | 15 |
| Pittsburgh | 12 |
| SMU | 11 |
| Clemson | 11 |
| NC State | 8 |
| North Carolina | 7 |
| Georgia Tech | 6 |
| California | 3 |
| Virginia Tech | 2 |
| Florida State | 1 |
| Syracuse | 0 |
| Men’s Team Scores | Points |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 48 |
| Louisville | 31 |
| North Carolina | 28.5 |
| Miami | 22 |
| Clemson | 22 |
| Duke | 20 |
| Notre Dame | 19 |
| California | 16 |
| Virginia Tech | 15 |
| NC State | 14.5 |
| Florida State | 13 |
| Wake Forest | 13 |
| Stanford | 6 |
| Boston College | 5 |
| Georgia Tech | 0 |
| Pittsburgh | 0 |
| Syracuse | 0 |
The final day of the 2026 ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships promises to be exciting, with 21 championship events – 11 for women and 10 for men – still to be contested. Fans can follow the action live from the TRACK at new balance as athletes battle for individual and team glory. The competition will conclude Saturday, February 28.
The ACC championships provide a crucial platform for athletes to qualify for the NCAA Indoor Track & Field Championships. The results from this weekend will undoubtedly shape the landscape of collegiate track and field as the season progresses.
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