TrackTown USA Earns 2025 Oregon Consular Corps “Ambassador Award”
On May 15, TrackTown USA and Hayward Field at the University of Oregon will be honored by the Oregon Consular Corps (OCC) with the reception of the OCC’s 2025 “Ambassador Award,” given annually to an Oregon-based organization for outstanding work in contributing to the region’s economic vitality and quality of life. The OCC is an organization of career and honorary consular officials who serve, or have served, as representatives of foreign nations and jurisdictions in Oregon and in the Pacific Northwest. The Oregon Consular Corps promotes activities that support international trade, business, exchange, and education.
TrackTown USA was selected as a co-recipient of this award due to the organization’s work in upholding the history and tradition of Hayward Field through hosting premier track & field meets, which attract fans and athletes throughout the world. TrackTown USA organized the 2014 International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF, now World Athletics) World Junior Championships; the 2015, 2022, 2023, and 2025 USA Track & Field (USATF) Outdoor Championships; the 2016 IAAF World Indoor Championships in Portland; and the 2016, 2020, and 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track & Field. In partnership with USATF, the organization brought the 2022 World Athletics Championships to the United States for the first time. TrackTown USA also delivers the Wanda Diamond League’s recurring Prefontaine Classic, recognized as one of the world’s best track and field meets and the only Wanda Diamond League meeting held in the United States.
“We are honored to be recognized by the Oregon Consular Corps for our work alongside the University of Oregon in the sport of track & field,” says TrackTown USA CEO Michael Reilly. “Our mission has, is, and will continue to be hosting premier events and providing exceptional service to thousands of athletes and fans who visit Hayward Field from every corner of the world.”
TrackTown USA and the University of Oregon will receive the award at the Oregon Consular Corps’ annual Celebrate Trade event, a gala held in cooperation with its sister organization the Oregon Consular Corps Scholarship Fund that helps fundraise for the OCC’s Scholarship Fund as well as honors organizations and individuals. This year’s keynote speaker at the event is none other than University of Oregon track & field alumnus and former decathlon world record-holder Ashton Eaton.
TrackTown USA will continue to uphold the organization and Hayward Field’s status as an international beacon of track & field excellence with next year’s hosting of the 2026 World Athletics U20 Championships, once again bringing the best in the world to the state of Oregon.
The Old Spaghetti Factory Joins TrackTown USA as a Preferred Restaurant Partner
Photos by Rian Yamasaki
TrackTown USA, the organization dedicated to hosting premier track and field events, is proud to announce The Old Spaghetti Factory as its newest preferred restaurant partner. This collaboration brings together two institutions with deep roots in the Pacific Northwest and a shared commitment to excellence, hospitality, and community engagement.
As a preferred restaurant partner, The Old Spaghetti Factory will offer enhanced dining options to athletes, fans, and visitors attending events at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. The partnership reflects a commitment to delivering quality experiences for those who make Eugene and Springfield a destination for track and field.
“We are thrilled to welcome The Old Spaghetti Factory to the TrackTown USA family,” said TrackTown USA CEO Michael Reilly. “Their reputation for great food and exceptional service aligns perfectly with our mission to provide outstanding experiences for athletes and spectators alike.”
The Old Spaghetti Factory, renowned for delectable and affordable 3-course meals, Mizithra cheese, and inviting atmosphere, has been a staple in the Pacific Northwest since the first restaurant opened in Portland in 1969. The Eugene location is situated in the popular 5th Street Market District, within the historic Oregon Electric Station building.
“We are honored to partner with TrackTown USA and support the vibrant track and field culture in Eugene,” said The Old Spaghetti Factory president Dean Griffith. “We look forward to serving world-class athletes and passionate fans who come to experience the magic of Hayward Field.”
The partnership is set to enhance visitors' overall experience while reinforcing both organizations’ dedication to the Eugene community. Fans and athletes can look forward to special promotions and exclusive dining opportunities throughout the season.
“Road to TrackTown” Video Series Returns For Third Season
TOGETHXR joins series as digital distribution partner
TrackTown USA’s digital-first original video series titled “Road to TrackTown” will return for a third season, providing an all-access look at athletes’ journeys on and off the track throughout 2025. Lexus, the Official Luxury Vehicle of TrackTown USA, will return as the presenting sponsor of the series. With this year’s all-woman cast, TrackTown USA will also join forces with TOGETHXR, the fastest growing and most engaging women’s sports brand, for digital distribution.
Athletes participating in the series include:
Heather MacLean of New Balance: American record holder in the women’s indoor 1500m (3:59.60); 2021 Olympian in the women’s 1500m; 2022 USA champion in the women’s indoor 1500m; 2022 North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletic Association (NACAC) champion in the women’s 1500m
Jasmine Moore of Puma: Two-time Olympic bronze medalist in the 2024 Long Jump and Triple Jump. Moore was the first American woman to qualify for the Olympic Games in both the Long Jump and Triple Jump, and the first woman in U.S. history to win an Olympic medal in the Triple Jump. Moore was a seven-time NCAA champion and Bowerman Award finalist while at the University of Florida.
Masai Russell of Nike: Reigning Olympic champion in the women’s 100m Hurdles; 2024 USA champion in the women’s 100m Hurdles, and 2025 USA indoor champion in the women’s 60m Hurdles. Russell is the NCAA record holder in the 100m Hurdles and holds the fifth fastest time ever run in the discipline.
Laulauga Tausaga of Nike: 2023 World Athletics Outdoor Championships gold medalist in the women’s Discus, 2022 NACAC champion in the women’s Discus. 2019 NCAA champion in the women’s Discus while at the University of Iowa.
The first episodes will debut Tuesday, April 29 through Friday, May 2, with subsequent episodes airing every Friday on TrackTown USA’s Facebook, YouTube, and website. Promotional content for episodes can be found in the lead-up to each air date on TrackTown USA’s Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, X, TikTok, and website.
TOGETHXR will share promotional content for the series to their 3+ million person social media audience, as well as include links to the full episodes in their regular newsletters and on their website. Additionally, fans can engage with TOGETHXR in-person at this year’s Prefontaine Classic through their activation at the Marshfield District, the meet’s fan festival open to the public.
The first season of “Road to TrackTown” earned industry recognition by receiving a Northwest Emmy Award nomination in the category of “Sports Story - Short and Long Form Content” and making the Hashtag Sports Award shortlist in the category of “Best Original Film or Series: Long Form.”
Click here to watch the first two “Road to TrackTown” seasons in full.
Lexus Returns as Official Luxury Vehicle of The Prefontaine Classic and TrackTown USA
TrackTown USA and Lexus have renewed their partnership that names the brand as the Official Luxury Vehicle of The Prefontaine Classic and the overall TrackTown USA season at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon.
Fans at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic can enjoy the luxury of the Lexus Legacy Experience with a VIP brunch before the meet and an all-inclusive happy hour celebration with the day’s winners. Fans interested in being part of this exclusive opportunity can learn more at www.preclassic.com/vip.
The latest Lexus models will be on display inside Hayward Field and in the Marshfield District (Fan Festival) for fans to view and experience.
“TrackTown USA is excited to continue our partnership with Lexus and our friends at Kendall Lexus of Eugene,” said TrackTown USA CEO Michael Reilly. “This year’s 50th edition of The Prefontaine Classic will provide our fans with exhilarating performances much like the amazing experience of driving a Lexus vehicle.”
Lexus’ partnership includes sponsorship of the Lexus Community Events the week of The Prefontaine Classic. Hundreds of children, fans, and local running enthusiasts took part in last year’s Youth Meet and Night of Miles. This year’s programming promises to be just as engaging with details to be announced at a later date.
“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with TrackTown USA and The Prefontaine Classic”, said Chad Stilwell, General Manager at Kendall Lexus of Eugene. “Lexus is looking forward to creating memorable experiences to track fans and enthusiasts at Hayward Field this year”
Visitors traveling to Track Town U.S.A. through the Eugene Airport will get a firsthand view of Lexus vehicles displayed just outside the front doors and at baggage claim during the 2025 track and field season.
To learn more about Lexus and schedule your test drive, please visit: www.kendalllexuseugene.com.
Tickets for TrackTown USA’s Premier Events at Hayward Field Now On Sale
Tickets for this summer’s top events at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon are now on sale.
The Prefontaine Classic will be held on Saturday, July 5 at Hayward Field. Tickets start at just $25 and may be purchased at PreClassic.com (PreClassic.com/tickets).
In celebration of 50 years, the Pre Classic is providing nothing less than the best for an elevated fan experience with the opportunity to purchase VIP hospitality packages in addition to an event ticket. The all-inclusive Lexus Legacy Experience will take place both prior to the meet with a Heritage Brunch and also immediately following the meet as a Celebration Happy Hour with gourmet bites and toasts to the day’s performances. VIP hospitality also includes perks like private concessions, a dedicated VIP concierge, and more. Lexus Legacy Experience VIP packages are on sale now at PreClassic.com (PreClassic.com/vip).
The 2025 Toyota USATF Outdoor Championships will be held July 31 - August 3 at Hayward Field. The 2025 USATF Para National Championships will be held concurrently at Hayward Field from July 31 - August 2. This will be the fourteenth time the USATF Championship meet will be staged in Track Town, U.S.A. and the first time the USATF Para National Championships will be combined with the USATF Outdoor Championships. The USATF Championship meet will also serve as the qualifying event for the 2025 World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25, set for September in Tokyo, Japan. The USATF Para National Championships will serve as the qualifying event for the 2025 Para Athletics World Championships, set for September in Delhi, India.
In this first phase of ticket sales for the USATF Championship meet, only all-session ticket packages will be available in reserved seating and general admission areas. Tickets for the USATF Outdoor Championships also serve as tickets for the USATF Para National Championships. Customers will be able to select their reserved seat at the time of purchase. Prices for all-session ticket packages start at $99. Single day tickets will be available for purchase later this spring.
Beginning today, February 12, customers can purchase tickets for The Prefontaine Classic online at PreClassic.com (PreClassic.com/tickets) and the 2025 Toyota USATF Outdoor Championships and Para National Championships online at GoTrackTownUSA.com (GoTrackTownUSA.com/tracktown25). Tickets can also be purchased by calling 1-800-WEBFOOT (1-800-932-3668) or in person at the University of Oregon Athletics ticket office at the Moshofsky Center ticket office inside the Autzen Complex (2727 Leo Harris Parkway, Eugene, OR 97401).
For the Prefontaine Classic, media accreditation requests can be submitted in late February 2025 at portal.diamondleague.com.
For the USATF Outdoor Championships, details on media accreditation can be found at www.usatf.org/media-center.
Media accommodations can be explored at www.eugenecascadescoast.org/lodging.
Air travel options to Eugene can be found at www.flyeug.com.
USA Track & Field Announces Historic USATF Para National Championships
USA Track & Field today announced the 2025 USATF Para National Championships, which will take place at the renowned Hayward Field at the University of Oregon from July 31-August 2, 2025. The event will be the first time in U.S. Para track and field history that the meet will be combined with the USATF Outdoor Championships after the Paralympic track and field program transitioned to USATF in January.
National championships will be the first major Para track and field event that USATF hosts as the official national governing body for the sport. The three-day competition will also serve as the team selection event for the 2025 Para Athletics World Championships, set for Delhi, India, in September.
“This meet will be momentous for the sport because we don’t often get the opportunity to showcase able-bodied and Para sport side by side,” Sherrice Fox, Director, Paralympics Track & Field, said. “It will not only determine which of our athletes we take with us to worlds, but also will be the first time that fans will get to see Para sport contested at USATF Outdoor Championships. We are so excited to set the cornerstone for what will hopefully be many more combined meets in the future.”
The spectator-friendly competition will feature many of the nation’s top Para track and field athletes fresh from earning medals at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, and an event schedule will be released ahead of the competition.
“We are thrilled to host the USATF Para National Championships concurrently with the USATF Outdoor Championships at Hayward Field for the first time,” said USATF CEO Max Siegel. “This historic event underscores USATF’s commitment to providing equal opportunities for all elite track and field athletes. With the Championships just a few months away, we’re excited to showcase the incredible talent of both Para and able-bodied athletes in one of the most extraordinary facilities in the world.”
Tickets to the 2025 Toyota USATF Outdoor Championships also serve as tickets to the USATF Para National Championships, being held on the same dates at Hayward Field. Beginning February 12 at 10 a.m Pacific time, customers can purchase tickets for the 2025 Toyota USATF Outdoor Championships and 2025 USATF Para National Championships online here, by calling 1-800-WEBFOOT (1-800-932-3668), or in person at the University of Oregon Athletics ticket office at the Moshofsky Center ticket office inside the Autzen Complex (2727 Leo Harris Parkway, Eugene, OR 97401).
With a capacity of 12,650, the iconic Hayward Field has played host to many groundbreaking moments in U.S. track and field history, including the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field.
Tickets for 2025 USATF Outdoor Championships to go on sale February 12
It’s time for fans to mark their calendars to watch America’s best athletes compete for a chance to make the world’s No. 1 track and field team.
All-session ticket packages for all four days of the 2025 USATF Outdoor Championships will go on sale to the public on Wednesday, February 12 at 10:00 am Pacific time.
The meet will be held July 31-August 3 at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. This will be the fourteenth time the USATF Championship meet will be staged in Track Town, U.S.A. The meet will also serve as the qualifying event for the 2025 World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25, set for September 13-21 in Tokyo, Japan.
In this first phase of ticket sales, only all-session ticket packages will be available in reserved seating and general admission areas. Customers will be able to select their reserved seat at the time of purchase. Prices for all-session ticket packages start at $99. Single day tickets will be available for purchase later this spring. Fans interested in early ticket access can sign up for Priority Ticket Access here by Friday, January 31 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time. Fans interested in VIP hospitality or reserving a suite can send an email to tickets@gotracktownusa.com.
USATF Outdoor Championships return to Track Town, U.S.A. July 31 - August 3, 2025
Track Town, U.S.A. is set to host the USATF Outdoor Championships from July 31 - August 3, 2025 at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon.
The four-day meet will crown national champions and also serve as the qualifying event for the 2025 World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25, to be held September 13-21 in Tokyo, Japan. This will be the 14th time that the USATF Championship meet will be staged in Track Town, U.S.A.--most recently seeing the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials–Track & Field held at Hayward Field this past summer.
Tickets will go on sale to the public at a later date. Fans interested in receiving updates related to ticket on-sale, VIP hospitality experiences, and more, can sign up for the TrackTown USA email list here.
Media accreditation information will be updated here.
Chasing Gold at Hayward: The UO’s Olympic Trials Legacy
The U.S., State of Oregon, University of Oregon, and U.S. Olympic flags flew high over the team trials for track and field in 1972.
Once again Hayward Field will host the U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track & Field this summer. To mark the 100th year since the first occasion, the UO Libraries is hosting an exhibit titled “Chasing Gold at Hayward: The UO’s Olympic Trials Legacy,” which details the significant connection between the University of Oregon and the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Track & Field.
So, slip on your favorite kicks (no spikes, please) and head to Knight Library to take a captivating journey through archival materials from the UO Libraries Special Collections and University Archives that illustrate the evolution of Hayward Field from its modest origins to a world-class facility. Carefully curated by newly named Athletics Archivist, Lauren Goss, the exhibit includes a wide variety of artifacts including:
Programs from 1956, 1968, and 1972
Letters to/from Bill Bowerman, W.L. “Bill” Hayward, and other track and field luminaries
Webfoot Runners workout sheets for athletes Roscoe Divine and Dave Wilborn from 1968
Photos showing the evolution of Hayward Field
Video clips from Olympic Track and Field trials and other competitions
The book Hayward Field: Legends and Legacy includes UO athlete-alumni English Gardner and Devon Allen among others
Not only are the artifacts interesting, but they are artfully arranged in the UO Libraries’ brand new glass display cases. Better lighting and more shelf space allow Mandi Garcia, library exhibits coordinator, to show off each artifact to its best advantage.
Celebrating 100 Years of Track and Field Trials
Positioned at the heart of a bustling university campus, the iconic Hayward Field—the site of victories, heartaches, and record-breaking moments—stands as a testament to the fervent local athletic community and their enduring passion for track and field.
Since 1924, the UO has hosted Olympic tryouts, exhibition meets, and team trials many times! The events have taken (or are taking) place on the UO campus in the following years:
1924—Olympic Tryouts
1956—U.S. Olympic Track Team Exhibition Meet
1960—U.S. Olympic Men’s Track & Field Exhibition Meet
1968—U.S. Pre-Olympic Men’s Track and Field Exhibition Meet
1972—U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track and Field
1976—U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track and Field (the first trials to feature combined competition for men and women)
1980—U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track and Field (though the trials were awarded to Eugene for the third time in a row, President Jimmy Carter and the US Olympic Committee boycotted the Summer Olympics in Moscow in protest of the Soviet-Afghan War. Members of the U.S. Olympic Team were awarded Congressional Gold Medals in recognition of not being able to compete.)
2008—U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track and Field
2012—U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track and Field
2016—U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track and Field (TrackTown USA, Inc., a local non-profit organization, begin organizing trials at Hayward Field)
2020—U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track and Field (hosted in 2021 due to COVID-19)
2022—hosted the World Athletics Championships
2024—U.S. Olympic Team Trials—Track and Field (June 21–30)
New Archivist Position to Anchor Athletics Collections
This exhibit also serves as the starting line for a new athletics archival program. Earlier this year, UO Libraries received close to $1 million from a generous lead donor to support expansion of our athletics archives, headed by Reference Services Coordinator and Assistant University Archivist for Athletics Lauren Goss.
The new funding will enable Goss to more proactively curate records in this area and engage in additional academic and public outreach, building on the UO’s strong athletics brand and legacy. Goss is now just one of fewer than ten archivists in the United States with this role. Her research interests and expertise in Title IX and UO athletes position her well to expand collections, support researchers, and further educate our community about the UO Libraries' rich resources. Learn more about her research in her thesis.
“The history of UO athletics is intertwined with the history of the university. I am honored by this generous funding to create this new program. I look forward to working with campus partners and community organizations on innovative projects,” Goss said.
Vice Provost and University Librarian Alicia Salaz echoed Goss’s excitement about the new program, sharing: “The athletics archival program is closely aligned with both University Archives’ mission to preserve and tell the story of the University’s history and impact and the UO Libraries’ strategies of enhancing community and civic engagement and contributing to undergraduate research and instructional opportunities with the use of primary sources.”
Steve Prefontaine (right) competed in the 1972 games, held in Munich, Germany.
More Resources
Learn more about Hayward Field’s storied history here.
Watch “The Heart of Tracktown” to explore how the Eugene community built a legacy of shoes, trails, world records, and a healthy obsession with running. Starting at 3:53, hear Lauren Goss speak about the UO’s history of track and field beginning in 1895.
Acknowledgements
Thanks go to “Chasing Gold at Hayward” exhibit curator Lauren Goss and to Emily Moore, Mandi Garcia, Victoria Wong, Ashlee Weitlauf, Sam Berry, Lucas Chapman, Doug Hodson, and Amy Lake who helped bring this history to life.
—By Kate Conley, communications specialist, UO Libraries
2024 Nike Outdoor Nationals and USATF U20 Outdoor Championships to be contested June 12-15 at Hayward Field
Photo by Charlie Townes
Eugene, OR - The National Scholastic Athletics Foundation (NSAF) and its partners, Nike, USA Track & Field (USATF), TrackTown USA, and RunnerSpace, are proud to host the 2024 Nike Outdoor Nationals and USATF U20 Championships at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon, June 12 – 15, 2024. This year, Nike Outdoor Nationals will run between the NCAA D1 Track and Field Championships and the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Track & Field Trials, making Hayward Field the epicenter of USA track and field for the month of June.
Nearly 5,000 athletes will compete for National Championships and World Championship berths during the event. The top-placing athletes in the U20 Championships can earn a spot on Team USA, which will compete in the World Athletics U20 Championships in Lima, Peru, from August 27 to 31, 2024.
“This partnership has been a dream of the NSAF. Bringing together the best high schoolers and the best U20 competition in one place will elevate the sport of track and field. I couldn’t be more proud to be working with USATF on bringing together two of the most essential track & field events on the calendar,” says Josh Rowe, NSAF CEO.
USA Track & Field CEO, Max Siegel, added: “We’re excited to see the next generation of athletes showcase their talents at the USATF U20 Championships and Nike Outdoor Nationals. These events represent the pinnacle of youth track and field competition, and we are proud to support the young athletes who embody the spirit of excellence, dedication, and sportsmanship. We extend our deepest gratitude to our partners at NSAF, Nike, TrackTown and RunnerSpace for bringing these events together.”
Highlights of the top entrants include the following:
● Elizabeth Leachman (Champion, Boerne, TX) - US High School record holder in the 3,200m outdoors, 5,000m indoors and outdoors; 4 Time TX State Champion; 3 Time HS National Champion.
● Vance Nilsson (Gilbert, AZ) - US High School record holder- 300mH; US #1 300mH; US #3 110mH.
● Owen Powell (Mercer Island, WA) - US High School Record Holder -1,000m; US #1 800m.
● Aleesa Samuel (Somerset Academy, Pembroke Pines, FL) - US #1 100mH; US #11 All Time- 100mH.
● Jasmine Robinson (North Cobb, Kennesaw, GA) - 2nd Fastest US HS All Time - 300mH; US Sophomore and US age 16 Record Holder - 300mH.
● JoJo Jourdan (Olympus, Holladay, UT) - US #6 HS All Time Mile (3:59.87); 3 Time UT State Champion; 2024 NXN Champion.
● Zamarii Sanders (American Heritage, Plantation, FL) - US #1 in the 200m; 3rd fastest US Sophomore of all time.
● Copper Lutkenhaus (Northwest, Justin, TX) - US #2 in the 800m; US Freshman and age 15 record holder in the 800m.
● Jackson Cantwell (Nixa, MO) - US Sophomore record holder in the Shot Put and Discus; 16 years old; 6-07.75, 300lbs; 4 Star OT.
● Jane Hedengren (Timpview, Provo, UT) - 9 Time Utah State Champion; US Sophomore record holder in the 2 mile.
● Sophia Rodriguez (Mercer Island, Seattle, WA) - US Freshman Record Holder in the 3,000m indoors, 2 mile indoors and the 5,000m indoors; age 14 WR Holder in the 2 miles outdoors, 5,000m outdoors; 3 Time WA State Champion.
● Ben Smith (Hortonville, WI) - US #6 HS All Time SP; 6 Time WI State Champion; 2023 HS National Champion.
● Skylynn Townsend (Rock Hill, Frisco, TX) - 4 Time TX State Champion; 2 Time HS National Champion.
● Northwestern (Miami, FL) - US #2 4 x 400m Relay; US #5 All Time- 4 x 400m Relay.
● American Fork (UT) - US #1 in 4 x 800m Relay and 4 x 1 Mile Relay; US #6 All Time - 4 x 800m; US #2 All Time - 4 x 1 Mile.
A complete list of top entrants for each event can be found here.
Important Information
● Schedule
For complete coverage and information, please visit the Nike Outdoor Nationals website.
Lexus Becomes Official Luxury Vehicle of The Prefontaine Classic and TrackTown USA
Today, TrackTown USA announces a partnership with Lexus that names the brand as the Official Luxury Vehicle of The Prefontaine Classic and the overall TrackTown USA season at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon.
The partnership extends from the exclusive naming rights to the Lexus VIP Lounge at The Prefontaine Classic to support of the Hayward Field tickets provided to local youth in Uncle Phil’s Front Row.
“We are delighted to welcome Lexus to the TrackTown USA family,” said TrackTown USA CEO Michael Reilly. “Lexus is synonymous with being bold and providing exhilarating performances, and that aligns perfectly with the spirit of The Prefontaine Classic.”
Fans at the 2024 Prefontaine Classic will be able to view and experience Lexus vehicles on display at Hayward Field and in the event’s Marshfield District (Fan Festival).
Lexus’ partnership includes sponsorship of Lexus Community Night at The Prefontaine Classic. On Friday, May 24th, fans and local running enthusiasts will have the opportunity to run a mile on the track inside Hayward Field.
“Lexus is thrilled to be an official partner of TrackTown USA”, said Chad Stilwell, General Manager at Kendall Lexus of Eugene. “We are dedicated to creating amazing and memorable experiences to track fans and enthusiasts at Hayward Field this year.”
Visitors traveling to Track Town U.S.A. through the Eugene Airport will be able to get a firsthand view of Lexus vehicles during the 2024 track and field season.
To learn more about Lexus, please visit: www.kendalllexuseugene.com
Brittney Reese and Kara Winger Join TrackTown USA as Event Group Ambassadors
Track and field greats Brittney Reese and Kara Winger have teamed up with TrackTown USA for the 2024 outdoor track and field season, serving as the organization’s official Jumps Ambassador and Throws Ambassador, respectively.
A four-time Olympian, Olympic gold medalist, and eight-time World Champion, Brittney Reese made her mark as one of the most dominant long jumpers in women’s track and field history and now serves as a track and field coach in her hometown of Gulfport, Miss. A fellow four-time Olympian, Kara Winger currently holds the American record in the javelin, set in the final year of her 18-year international career. Winger is also a World silver medalist, which she earned in 2022 at Hayward Field.
“I’m excited to announce my collaboration with TrackTown USA. They were a major part of my success while I was competing by making sure to have the crowd involved and creating an amazing environment for athletes to feel appreciated,” said Olympian Brittney Reese. “I’m grateful for their support post-career, and how they are working with me and other athletes to create different revenue opportunities and ways to support the next generation of track and field athletes.”
“TrackTown USA’s dedication to showcasing all parts of our great sport is so exciting to be a part of! There is truly something for everyone in track and field. I’m giddy to help tell stories of amazing throwers and to serve their devoted fans in this pivotal year,” said Olympian Kara Winger.
Through the ambassadorship, Reese and Winger will create content and provide enhanced in-person experiences for the jumps and throws communities around key events during the 2024 outdoor track and field season. Fans can expect to see Reese and Winger on the TrackTown USA digital channels previewing key match-ups, hosting virtual watch parties, and creating content with fans’ favorite field event athletes.
At both this year’s Prefontaine Classic and the U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Track & Field, Reese and Winger will be on-site at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon to engage both youth in the sport and the field event fan bases more deeply than ever before.
“TrackTown USA is committed to providing a top-notch experience for everyone who visits Hayward Field and to nurturing fandom overall,” said TrackTown USA CEO Michael Reilly. “By working with Brittney and Kara, we’re ensuring that the communities who love these field events are getting an elevated experience and content that caters to their specific interests in the sport.”
Single Day Tickets for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field Go On Sale March 28, 2024
Single day tickets for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field will go on sale to the public on Thursday, March 28 at noon Pacific time.
The competition schedule for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field can be found here. The meet will be held June 21-30, 2024 at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. This will be the eighth time the Olympic Trials will be staged in Track Town, U.S.A. The meet will serve as the qualifying event to select Team USA for the Olympic Games Paris 2024, set for July 26–August 11.
Customers will be able to select their reserved seat at the time of purchase. Prices for single day tickets start at just $25 (order processing fees will be added to the cost of each ticket), and customers are limited to purchasing a maximum of eight tickets per day. Groups of nine or more people should contact tickets@gotracktownusa.com for information on group ticket packages. All-session ticket packages for all eight days of the meet will still be available in reserved seating on a limited basis beginning March 25, 2024.
Beginning March 28 at noon Pacific time, fans can purchase tickets online at GoTrackTownUSA.com. For customer service inquiries, ticket purchasers may call 1-800-WEBFOOT (1-800-932-3668).
For additional information about tickets to the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field, please contact tickets@gotracktownusa.com.
USA Track & Field Joins Forces with National Scholastic Athletics Foundation to Integrate 2024 USATF U20 Championships with Nike Outdoor Nationals
USA Track & Field (USATF) is excited to announce its partnership with the National Scholastic Athletics Foundation (NSAF) to bring the 2024 USATF U20 Championships to this year’s Nike Outdoor Nationals.
This integration will bring two prestigious events into one spectacular showcase, elevating both the high school championships and U20 competitions. Athletes from across the nation will come together to compete at the pinnacle of youth track and field.
"This partnership with the National Scholastic Athletics Foundation signifies USATF’s dedication to nurturing and showcasing the incredible talent within our youth track and field community," said Max Siegel, CEO of USATF. "By combining forces, we are poised to deliver an extraordinary event for the next generation of track and field stars."
The integration of the 2024 USATF U20 Championships with Nike Outdoor Nationals promises an exhilarating experience for both participants and spectators, with athletes from across the country coming together to showcase their talents.
“The National Scholastic Athletics Foundation is dedicated to the growth of the sport of track and field through the development of its youth,” said Josh Rowe, CEO of NSAF. “This partnership enhances our founding mission to provide opportunities for the country’s best young athletes to represent the US on a global scale at U20 Championship events.”
The 2024 USATF U20 Championships and Nike Outdoor Nationals will be hosted at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon, in Eugene, OR. The 2024 USATF U20 Championships will be featured in the afternoon of the first two days at the Nike Outdoor Nationals, being held on June 12 – 15, 2024.
Stay tuned for further announcements.
“Road to TrackTown” Video Series Returns For Second Season
EUGENE, Ore. – TrackTown USA’s digital-first original video series titled “Road to TrackTown” will return for a second season in 2024. The series will provide an all-access look at athletes’ journeys on and off the track throughout the 2024 season, culminating at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Track & Field.
The series will be released on TrackTown USA’s Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, X, TikTok, and website.
The first episode will debut on Tuesday, March 19.
Athletes participating in the series include
JuVaughn Harrison of Puma: 2021 Olympic Games finalist in the High Jump and Long Jump, 2023 World Athletics Outdoor Championships silver medalist in the High Jump, four-time Diamond League meeting champion in the High Jump, three-time USA champion in the High Jump, 2021 USA champion in the Long Jump, six-time NCAA champion in the High Jump and Long Jump, and 2021 winner of The Bowerman Award.
Nikki Hiltz of Lululemon: Four-time USA champion between the 1500 meters, 1500 meters short track, and Road Mile; 2024 World Athletics Indoor Championships silver medalist in the 1500 meters; 2019 Pan American gold medalist in the 1500 meters; and American record-holder in the mile.
Janee’ Kassanavoid of Nike: Two-time world medalist in the Hammer Throw and 2022 USA champion in the indoor Weight Throw. Kassanavoid was the first Native American woman to win a World Athletics Championships medal.
Britton Wilson of Adidas: 2022 World Athletics Outdoor Championships gold medalist in the 4x400 meters relay, 2022 world finalist in the 400 meter Hurdles, four-time NCAA champion, and 2023 finalist for The Bowerman Award.
“Road to TrackTown” will consist of four episodes for each athlete, as well as a series finale featuring all athletes following the 2024 Olympic Trials. Episodes will provide fans with an in-depth look into each athlete’s background, training, competition, and life outside of the sport through the 2024 outdoor track and field season.
Click here to watch the 2023 “Road to TrackTown” episodes in full.
TrackTown USA and The Prefontaine Classic Partner with Northwest Community Credit Union to Connect Local Youth to Track & Field
EUGENE, Ore. – TrackTown USA is delighted to partner with Northwest Community Credit Union (NWCU) for the 2024 Prefontaine Classic and overall track and field season. Northwest Community Credit Union's dedication toward supporting families in the Pacific Northwest will be on display with its presenting partnership of the TrackTown USA Kids Club.
Membership to the TrackTown USA Kids Club is FREE and available to kids 8th grade and under. Perks of membership include FREE admission to TrackTown USA hosted events and opportunities to interact with track and field athletes. New members can register for the TrackTown USA Kids Club, presented by Northwest Community Credit Union, at www.tracktownusakidsclub.com.
NWCU’s partnership will also help bring student-athletes from Steve Prefontaine’s hometown to the globally renowned track and field meet that honors him. During his junior and senior years at Marshfield High School, ‘Pre’ went undefeated in all his cross country and track races. Thanks to NWCU, student-athletes from schools in Coos County will have the opportunity to travel to Eugene and watch The Prefontaine Classic.
Like The Prefontaine Classic, Northwest Community Credit Union is rooted in the Pacific Northwest with 15 locations throughout Oregon. In 2023, NWCU merged with TwinStar Credit Union to create one of the region’s largest credit unions with a combined 252,000 members and 36 locations in Washington and Oregon.
To learn more about Northwest Community Credit Union's financial products and services, please visit: www.nwcu.com
TrackTown USA Continues Work With Black Women Photographers For 2024 Events Season
EUGENE, Ore. – TrackTown USA will continue its work with Black Women Photographers for the third consecutive year to provide paid opportunities for photographers and videographers to cover select events this summer. This will be the first year that will include videographers in addition to photographers.
“TrackTown USA is proud to support the mission of Black Women Photographers,” said TrackTown USA CEO Michael Reilly. “What Black Women Photographers founder Polly Irungu has built is beyond incredible. We are proud to call her an alumna of our organization, and we agree that prioritizing the content itself and diversifying those creating that content are necessary for the advancement of our sport and events.”
The previous two years of the partnership resulted in contracting nearly one dozen talented Black Women Photographers who produced hundreds of images published by TrackTown USA, The Prefontaine Classic, and competing athletes.
“One of Polly’s first internships during her undergrad was working in the digital department at TrackTown USA. Now, collaborating with TrackTown USA to open the doors for talented creatives just like how TrackTown USA opened the door for our founder Polly is an honor and a full circle moment,” said Black Women Photographers Executive Director Beth Irungu. “We’re grateful for their support in our mission.”
Applications are being accepted now through Friday, March 8 at BlackWomenPhotographers.com/TrackTown-USA. Applicants are also encouraged to showcase their submitted work via Instagram by posting with the hashtag #BWPxTrackTown.
Together, the TrackTown USA and Black Women Photographers teams will review the submitted applications to make the selection of creatives hired to cover this summer’s events. Content created by the hired photographers and videographers will be utilized on the TrackTown USA and Pre Classic platforms for coverage of the events.
Tickets for The Prefontaine Classic and the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field On Sale Now
EUGENE, Ore. – Tickets for The Prefontaine Classic and all-session ticket packages for all eight days of the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field are now on sale.
The 2024 Pre Classic will be held on May 25, 2024 at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon with ticket prices starting at $25. Customers are limited to purchasing a maximum of eight tickets and order processing fees will be added to the cost of each ticket. Groups of nine or more people should contact tickets@gotracktownusa.com for information on group ticket packages. A stadium seating map can be viewed here (PreClassic.com).
The 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field will be held June 21-30, 2024 at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. This will be the eighth time the Olympic Trials will be staged in Track Town, U.S.A. The meet will serve as the qualifying event to select Team USA for the Olympic Games Paris 2024, set for July 26–August 11.
In this phase of ticket sales for the Olympic Trials, only all-session ticket packages for all eight days will be available in reserved seating. Customers will be able to select their reserved seat at the time of purchase. Prices for all-session tickets start at $395 (order processing fees will be added to the cost of each ticket), and customers are limited to purchasing a maximum of eight ticket packages. Groups of nine or more people should contact tickets@gotracktownusa.com for information on group ticket packages. This inventory of tickets will only be available as all-session packages through March 20, 2024. Single-session ticket packages will be placed on sale at a later date. A stadium seating map can be viewed here (TrackTown24.com).
Fans can now purchase tickets online at GoTrackTownUSA.com or by calling 1-800-WEBFOOT (1-800-932-3668). In person ticket purchases can be made at the University of Oregon Athletics ticket office at the Moshofsky Center inside the Autzen Complex (2727 Leo Harris Parkway, Eugene, OR 97401).
For additional information about tickets to The Prefontaine Classic or the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field, please contact tickets@gotracktownusa.com.
Single day tickets for 2023 Toyota USA Track & Field (USATF) Outdoor Championships go on sale May 17
EUGENE, Ore. – In just over two months, fans will watch America’s best athletes compete for a chance to make the world’s No. 1 track and field team.
Single day tickets for each of the four days of the 2023 Toyota USATF Outdoor Championships and USATF U20 Championships will go on sale to the public on Wednesday, May 17 at 9:00 am Pacific time.
The meet will be held July 6–9 at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. This will be the twelfth time the USATF Championship meet will be staged in TrackTown, USA. The meet will also serve as the qualifying event for the 2023 World Athletics Championships Budapest 23, set for August 19–27 in Budapest, Hungary. Tickets to the 2023 Toyota USATF Outdoor Championships also serve as tickets to the USATF U20 Championships, being held on the same dates at Hayward Field.
In this phase of ticket sales, only single day tickets will be available in reserved seating and general admission areas. Customers will be able to select their reserved seat at the time of purchase. A stadium seating map can be viewed here (tracktowntickets.com). Prices for single day tickets start at $25. All-session ticket packages are no longer available for purchase.
Beginning May 17, customers can purchase tickets online at GoTrackTownUSA.com, by calling 1-800-WEBFOOT (1-800-932-3668), or in person at the University of Oregon Athletics ticket office at the Moshofsky Center ticket office inside the Autzen Complex (2727 Leo Harris Parkway, Eugene, OR 97401).
The Prefontaine Classic and TrackTown USA announce upcoming Wanda Diamond League watch parties
The Prefontaine Classic and TrackTown USA announce upcoming Wanda Diamond League watch parties
EUGENE, Ore. – With the 2023 Wanda Diamond League circuit beginning next week, The Prefontaine Classic and TrackTown USA have announced that they will hold in-person watch parties for select Wanda Diamond League meetings this summer. This season, The Prefontaine Classic has been selected to host the Wanda Diamond League Final at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon on September 16-17, 2023. This is the first time the Wanda Diamond League Final will be held on U.S. soil.
The Prefontaine Classic and TrackTown USA invite fans to join them at the 5th Street Public Market Alley to watch the below meets in an environment that is second to none. Surrounding the viewing of the meet, attendees will have the opportunity to score special offers from local businesses and win prizes through raffles and games.
Athletissima Lausanne on June 30, 2023
Meeting Herculis EBS (Monaco) on July 21, 2023
Weltklasse Zürich (Switzerland) on August 31, 2023
Allianz Memorial Van Damme (Belgium) on September 8, 2023
Times are yet to be determined, and will be announced via The Prefontaine Classic and TrackTown USA’s website, social media, and email. All watch parties will be free to attend.
Over the 13 Wanda Diamond League meets that take place prior to The Prefontaine Classic, competing athletes will score points based on their performance that qualify them to compete at the 2023 Wanda Diamond League Final. Of the entire season, the four meets selected for these in-person watch parties are widely regarded as some of the most highly-contested Wanda Diamond League meets every year.
In addition to watch parties being held in Eugene, Portland Track will host watch parties for the same four meets in Portland, Oregon. Details for those events will be shared on Portland Track’s website.
To be the first to know event-specific information, fans can sign up for email updates at PreClassic.com.