LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Tuskegee women's and men's indoor track & field teams delivered a championship-caliber weekend at the 2026 SIAC Indoor Track & Field Championships, as the Golden Tiger women secured back-to-back conference titles while the men earned a runner-up finish.
 
The women's team captured the SIAC championship behind dominant performances in the distance events, hurdles, sprints, combined events, and relays. Tuskegee was led by Anaya Martin, who was named SIAC Women's Track Performer of the Year and earned Elite 16 honors for the second straight year. Martin claimed conference championships in the 5,000 meters, mile, and 3,000 meters, leading a dominant distance unit that consistently placed multiple Tigers on the podium.
 
In the 5,000 meters, Tuskegee finished first and second as Martin took the title and Taylor Franklin followed closely behind. The Golden Tigers continued their distance dominance in the mile with a 1-2-3 sweep from Martin, Franklin, and Akierah Walker. The 3,000 meters again showcased Tuskegee's depth as Martin secured another gold and Franklin added a runner-up finish.
 
Tuskegee's strength extended into the hurdles and sprint events. An'Janae Latchinson captured the SIAC championship in the 400 meters and added All-SIAC honors in both the 60-meter hurdles and 60 meters. Kanijah Angel earned All-SIAC finishes in the 400 meters and 200 meters, adding crucial team points.
 
The Golden Tigers made a major statement in the combined events, sweeping the pentathlon as Kelsey Sawyer claimed the conference title, followed by Amira Broussard and Mia Lindsey to secure all three podium spots for Tuskegee. Broussard also earned All-SIAC honors in the 60-meter hurdles.
 
Tuskegee added a relay championship on Day 1, winning the women's distance medley relay, and later secured additional points with a third-place finish in the 4x400-meter relay to solidify the team title.
 
Head Coach LaShaunda Easterling was named SIAC Women's Coach of the Year once again following the program's second consecutive indoor championship.
 
On the men's side, Tuskegee finished second overall in the team standings, powered by standout distance performances and a championship relay effort.
 
Malcolm Kibiwot claimed the SIAC title in the men's 5,000 meters to lead the Golden Tigers. In the 3,000 meters, Tuskegee placed two athletes on the podium as Kibiwot finished second and Issiah Simms earned third, giving the Tigers a strong distance scoring presence.
 
Tuskegee's 4x400-meter relay team captured the conference championship, finishing ahead of Morehouse and Central State to close out the meet with a pivotal victory. The Golden Tigers also earned a third-place finish in the distance medley relay earlier in the championship.
 
Christopher Thomas Jr. added All-SIAC honors in the 400 meters with a third-place finish, while Christian Sanders delivered a runner-up performance in the heptathlon to contribute valuable points in the combined events.
 
Overall, Tuskegee showcased depth across all event groups throughout the two-day championship. The women celebrated a historic repeat as SIAC champions, while the men's runner-up finish highlighted the continued growth and competitiveness of the program.
 
The Golden Tigers now turn their attention toward postseason opportunities as the indoor season continues.
 
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