Howard Women’s Track Team Claims Fourth Straight MEAC Title

Pictured: Track and Field 2025 Outdoor MEAC Championship. Credit: Howard University

The Howard University women’s track and field team has once again proven its dominance by capturing the 2025 Mid Eastern Athletic Conference MEAC Outdoor Championship, marking their fourth consecutive title. Held in Norfolk Virginia, the meet saw the Bison women deliver a record breaking performance, scoring 292 points with a commanding 103 point lead over runner up Norfolk State. Head Coach David Oliver, a Howard alum and Olympic bronze medalist, was named MEAC Outstanding Coach for the fourth year in a row, a testament to his leadership and the team’s consistent excellence.

A Season of Gold and Grit

The Bison women’s team showcased their depth and determination by winning 14 gold medals and sweeping the podium in the triple jump, 100 meter dash, and 400 meter hurdles. Junior standout Kiya Lawson led the charge with three golds in the 200 meter, 400 meter, and 4x400 meter relay. The team capped off the meet with a commanding win in the 4x400 relay, finishing six seconds ahead of the competition. With 14 athletes named to the All MEAC First Team, including stars like Arianna Smith, Camille Egbula, and Marcia Sey, the program’s strength across events was undeniable.

Eyes on the NCAA Championships

As the women’s team celebrates another historic season, the focus now shifts to the NCAA East Preliminary Rounds in Jacksonville Florida from May 28 to 31. The men’s team also made a strong showing, finishing second overall, led by graduate student Noah Langford’s double gold in the 100 meter and 400 meter hurdles. Coach Oliver emphasized that both teams are not just participating, they are contending. With a culture built on discipline, pride, and purpose, Howard’s track and field program continues to raise the bar and represent the university with excellence on the national stage.