Topeka (KS) to Host 2026 and 2028 NJCAA Indoor Track & Field Championships
Charlotte, NC – The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) announced today the 2026 and 2028 NJCAA Indoor Track & Field Championship will return to Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas March 6-8, 2026, and March 3-4, 2028.
"The Topeka Area Sports Commission was delighted to host this event in 2023 and is excited to do so again in 2026 and 2028," Executive Director of the Topeka Area Sports Commission, Mike Bell, shared. "A key reason for our success is the wonderful partnership with Washburn University, which provides great exposure not just for the university itself but also highlights the vibrant community of Topeka and the entire state of Kansas."
Opened in November 2020, the Washburn Indoor Athletic Facility features a 110-yard football field, 200-meter banked competition track, and seating for 1,500 spectators. The banked competition track has additional lanes for sprint and jump events. There are also three pole vault boxes, two sand jump pits, and a shotput throw area with shotput netting.
Shane Larson, the NJCAA Track and Field Committee Chair, stated, "I am excited to be bringing the NJCAA Indoor Track & Field Championships back to Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas. This event not only showcases the incredible talent and dedication of student-athletes from across the country, but it also highlights the Topeka community's commitment to excellence in collegiate athletics. Washburn's state-of-the-art facilities and Visit Topeka's warm hospitality make it the perfect stage for these student- athletes to have an amazing championship experience. We look forward to an unforgettable championship weekend."
"Washburn University is thrilled to host the NJCAA Championships again in 2026 and 2028, showcasing our facilities and premier campus learning environment," said Dr. JuliAnn Mazachek, President of Washburn University. "Equally exciting is the opportunity to showcase Topeka and its wide array of hospitality offerings, from unique shopping to exceptional dining and lodging. Hosting this championship is truly a team effort, and we are grateful for the partners who make it possible."
About Topeka Area Sports Commission
The Topeka Area Sports Commission is dedicated to promoting sports to enhance the community's economic and social vitality. Through strategic partnerships and community-driven initiatives, TASC aims to foster local sports development, attract major sporting events, and position Topeka as a leader in sports tourism. For more, visit TopekaSports.org.
About Visit Topeka
As Topeka's official destination marketing organization, Visit Topeka is dedicated to marketing the region as an exceptional destination for meetings, events, sports and leisure tourism, thereby enhancing the local economy. Visit Topeka is a 501(c)6 nonprofit. Learn more at VisitTopeka.com.
About NJCAA
Since 1938, the NJCAA has served as the premier governing body for two-year collegiate athletics, providing student-athletes with opportunities to prepare, compete, succeed, and achieve in both their academic and athletic disciplines. The NJCAA is the second largest national intercollegiate athletic organization in the United States, with over 500 member schools and 3,400 teams competing in 28 different sports. Each year, the NJCAA sponsors 57 national championships and invitationals.
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