NAIA Track Championship back in Gulf Shores May 25-27

NAIA Track Championship back in Gulf Shores May 25-27

For the eighth year, Gulf Shores | Orange Beach Sports & Events will host the NAIA Men’s & Women’s Outdoor Track & Field National Championships alongside with city of Gulf Shores at Mickey Miller Blackwell Stadium at the Gulf Shores Sportsplex in Gulf Shores, Alabama, May 25-27. Approximately 1,300 student-athletes from colleges across the country will contend for the championship titles in a variety of track and field disciplines.
Part of NAIA’s mission in each community it competes in is making an impact beyond athletics. Teams will participate in a Teaming Up for Character™ event benefitting the Christian Service Center’s backpack program as part of the NAIA’s Champions of Character® program. The local community is invited to donate designated items beforehand or during the event. Those interested in contributing to this impactful event may contact Ashley Wilson at AWilson@GulfShores.com.
To learn more about the NAIA, visit NAIA.org. For information on upcoming athletic events along Alabama’s Gulf Coast, visit GSOBsports.com, or call 1-800-745-SAND.
“The NAIA has become part of our extended family,” said Michelle Russ, STS, vice president of GSOB Sports & Events. “Student-athletes, fans and families come each year to compete and leave behind a lasting affect far beyond economic impact. Many families extend their stays or come back for vacations.’’ when they fall in love with the area.”