Asheville, October 14, 2025
News Summary
The UNC Asheville Track and Field team has revealed its 2026 indoor and outdoor competition schedules, featuring at least 10 events. The Bulldogs will kick off their indoor season in January at the new Tryon International Equestrian Center and will later host outdoor events in March and April. This season highlights the largest roster for the program in recent years, showcasing the team’s growing talent and ambition.
Asheville, North Carolina – The UNC Asheville Track and Field team unveiled its schedules for the 2026 indoor and outdoor seasons on October 14, 2025, marking an exciting period for the program, which is set to compete at least 10 times across both seasons. This year, the Bulldogs are traveling with the largest roster the program has seen in recent history.
Indoor Season Details
The indoor season begins with the UNC Asheville Collegiate Opener on January 10, 2026. This inaugural event will take place at the newly constructed indoor track located at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, North Carolina.
After the opening meet, the Bulldogs will return to the same facility for two additional events: the Tryon International Winter Invitational scheduled for January 16-17 and the Tryon International Collegiate Meet on February 13-14. The team will also compete at the Brant Tolsma Elite Invitational hosted by Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, on January 30-31.
Highlighting the indoor season is the Big South Indoor Track & Field Championships, which will take place at Tryon on February 27-28. If qualified, the Bulldogs may have the opportunity to travel to Fayetteville, Arkansas, to participate in the NCAA Indoor Track & Field Championships on March 13-14.
Outdoor Season Highlights
The outdoor season kicks off with the Big South Conference vs. Southern Conference Challenge hosted at the Karl Straus Track on March 20-21. Following this event, the Bulldogs will travel to High Point for the VertKlasse Meeting on April 24-25.
The team will also host the Asheville Bulldog Invite on April 24-25, concluding the regular season at the Catamount Classic on April 24-25 at Western Carolina University. The Bulldogs will then return to High Point University for the Big South Outdoor Track & Field Championships on May 11-13.
Pending qualifiers, Asheville may also compete at the NCAA East First Round in Lexington, Kentucky, as well as the National Championships in Eugene, Oregon.
Staying Updated
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FAQ
When does the indoor season for UNC Asheville Track and Field start?
The indoor season opens at the UNC Asheville Collegiate Opener on January 10, 2026.
Where will the indoor events be held?
The indoor events will take place at the newly built indoor track at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, North Carolina.
How many times will the Bulldogs compete during the seasons?
The Bulldogs will compete at least 10 times across both seasons.
What is significant about the Bulldog’s roster this season?
The team is traveling with the largest roster the program has seen in recent history.
When does the outdoor season start?
The outdoor season begins with the Big South Conference vs. Southern Conference Challenge hosted at the Karl Straus Track on March 20-21.
What championship events might the Bulldogs participate in?
Pending qualifiers, the Bulldogs may compete at the NCAA East First Round in Lexington, Kentucky, and the National Championships in Eugene, Oregon.
Key Features of the 2026 Track and Field Season
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Indoor Season Start | January 10, 2026 |
| Indoor Championship | February 27-28, 2026 |
| Outdoor Season Start | March 20-21, 2026 |
| Outdoor Championship | May 11-13, 2026 |
| Largest Roster | The largest in recent history |
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Additional Resources
- UNC Asheville Track and Field: 2026 Season Announcement
- Catamount Sports: Track and Field Competes at UNC Asheville Invitational
- UNC Asheville Bulldogs Prepare for Invite
- Wikipedia: Track and Field
- Google Search: UNC Asheville Track and Field
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