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GHSA Track & Field State Championships presented by Atlanta Track Club

When
May 11-14, 2026
Where

Spec Towns Track at University of Georgia Track and Field Complex 

Schedule

May 11; 1A-Div 2,4A
May 12; 1A-Div 1, 6A
May 13; 5A, Private, Adapted
May 14; 2A,3A

Tickets

Digital tickets available at GoFan.
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Track and Field State Meet Information

The GHSA Track & Field State Championships presented by Atlanta Track Club will be held on May 11–14, 2026 at Spec Towns Track at University of Georgia Track & Field Complex.  Tickets will be available on GoFan.  Track finals will be streamed live on NFHS Network.

To ensure every school and student enjoys the same high-quality championship experience, adjustments to the current format will be necessary. Due to UGA’s graduation ceremonies, we cannot utilize the traditional Friday–Saturday format. Instead, the championships will take place across four days (May 11–14, 2026).

Each classification will compete on a single day, beginning and concluding their state meet on that day. This condensed format ensures equity across all schools and maximizes use of the new facility.

  • Monday, May 11; 1A-D2 & 4A
  • Tuesday, May 12; 1A-D1 & 6A 
  • Wednesday, May 13; Private, 5A & Adapted
  • Thursday, May 14; 2A & 3A

Together, with UGA’s support and the Atlanta Track Club’s partnership, we look forward to making this a landmark championship experience for our students, schools, and communities.

Here are some specifics regarding the State and Sectional Meets:

2026 STATE MEET:

  • GHSA will follow the NFHS order of events with field events and some running events being contested concurrently.  
  • All running events will move to a finals only approach; eliminating any preliminary rounds of competition.
  • Laned running events (100m, 100H, 110H, 200m, 300H, 400m, 4x100, 4x200, 4x400) - two heat final, sections against time; seeded slow heat to fast heat.
  • Running events (4x800, 800m) - one heat final; top 16 from sectionals seeded by performance best to worst; dual alley start.
  • Running events (1600m, 3200m) - one heat final; top 16 from sectionals seeded by performance best to worst; waterfall start.
  • A two class - one day meet will require other modifications to utilize the facility and time most efficiently for our field event competition with the following changes. 
  • Horizontal jumps and throws - 2 flights seeded worst to best; 4 attempts with no finals.
  • Vertical jumps - 1 flight seeded worst to best; jump to completion.

 

All Classes; May 11-14 | All Classes | @ Athens GA (UGA Spec Towns Track)

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
A=D2 | B=4A A=D1 | B=6A A=PRIVATE |  B=5A A=2A | B=3A

 

FIELD EVENT FINALS

 

Session 1
9:00 AM Pole Vault Girls A Pole Vault Boys B (8:00 AM Warm-Up)
9:00 AM High Jump Girls A High Jump Boys B (8:20 AM Warm-Up)
9:00 AM Discus Girls A Discus Girls B; 4 Attempts (8:40 AM Flight 1 Warm-Up)
9:00 AM Shot Put Boys A Shot Put Boys B; 4 Attempts (8:40 AM Flight 1 Warm-Up)
9:00 AM Long Jump Boys A Long Jump Girls B; 4 Attempts (8:40 AM Flight 1 Warm-Up)
Session 2
11:50 AM Discus Boys A Discus Boys B; 4 Attempts (11:30 AM Flight 1 Warm-Up)
11:50 AM Shot Put Girls A Shot Put Girls B; 4 Attempts (11:30 AM Flight 1 Warm-Up)
11:50 AM Long Jump Girls A Long Jump Boys B; 4 Attempts (11:30 AM Flight 1 Warm-Up)
12:40 PM High Jump Boys A High Jump Girls B (12:00 PM Warm-Up)
2:00 PM Pole Vault Boys A Pole Vault Girls B (1:00 PM Warm-Up)
Session 3
2:20 PM Triple Jump Girls A Triple Jump Boys B; 4 Attempts (2:00 PM Flight 1 Warm-Up)
Session 4
4:50 PM Triple Jump Boys A Triple Jump Girls B; 4 Attempts (4:30 PM Flight 1 Warm-Up)

Warm-up Guidelines

Pole Vault = 60 Minutes | High Jump = 40 Minutes | Throws & Horizontal Jumps = 20 Minutes Flight Specific

2026 STATE MEET VERTICAL OPENING HEIGHTS/PROGRESSIONS

BOYS POLE VAULT- 9'6"- 10'6"- 11'6"- 12'0”- 12’6”...

GIRLS POLE VAULT- 7'- 8'- 9'- 9'6"- 10’0”...

BOYS HIGH JUMP- 5'8"- 6'- 6'2"- 6'4"...

GIRLS HIGH JUMP- 4'6"- 4'10"- 5'- 5'2"...

GAMES COMMITTEE AND EVENT OFFICIALS SHOULD USE JUDGMENT WITH REGARDS TO ADJUSTING DUE TO WEATHER OR FIELD TALENT FOR EACH GROUP WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT THESE CHANGES WERE IMPLEMENTED TO HELP MOVE THE EVENT ALONG AND NOT PRECLUDE ATHLETES FROM BEING ABLE TO COMPETE.

RUNNING EVENT FINALS

The running order in all races will be A Girls > B Girls > A Boys > B Boys

9:00 AM 4x800 Meter Relay Girls (A>B)
9:40 AM 4x800 Meter Relay Boys (A>B)
10:20 AM 100 Meter Hurdles Girls (A>B)
10:40 AM 110 Meter Hurdles Boys (A>B)
11:00 AM 100 Meter Dash Girls (A>B)
11:20 AM 100 Meter Dash Boys (A>B)
11:40 AM 4x200 Meter Relay Girls (A>B)
12:10 PM 4x200 Meter Relay Boys (A>B)
12:40 PM 1600 Meter Run Girls (A>B)
1:10 PM 1600 Meter Run Boys (A>B)
1:35 PM 4x100 Meter Relay Girls (A>B)
2:15 PM 4x100 Meter Relay Boys (A>B)
2:40 PM 400 Meter Dash Girls (A>B)
3:05 PM 400 Meter Dash Boys (A>B)
3:30 PM 300 Meter Int Hurdles Girls (A>B)
3:55 PM 300 Meter Int Hurdles Boys (A>B)
4:20 PM 800 Meter Run Girls (A>B)
4:40 PM 800 Meter Run Boys (A>B)
5:00 PM 200 Meter Dash Girls (A>B)
5:20 PM 200 Meter Dash Boys (A>B)
5:45 PM 3200 Meter Run Girls (A>B)
6:30 PM 3200 Meter Run Boys (A>B)
7:10 PM 4x400 Meter Relay Girls (A>B)
7:45 PM 4x400 Meter Relay Boys (A>B)
8:15 PM Presentation of Awards

MONDAY 
A=D2 | B=4A

TUESDAY
A=D1 | B=6A

WEDNESDAY
A=PRIVATE | B=5A

THURSDAY
A=2A | B=3A

 

A GHSA DragonFly pass will be required for admission for coaches.  Otherwise, a coach will need a ticket or be placed on excess entry form for the school to pay admission. Coaches may enter with a GHSA DragonFly pass at the athlete entrance or at the GHSA pass gate.  

High School athletes in uniform will enter at the athlete entrance.  

GHSA has partnered with Visit Athens to block a limited amount of rooms for schools for the State Track & Field Meet in Athens. 

Here are the booking links:

 

This map denotes in red the bus entrance, exit and route to the parking area.  See the legend for other important areas. 

"The GHSA and its member schools have made a commitment to promote good sportsmanship by student/athletes, coaches, and spectators at all GHSA sanctioned events.  Profanity, degrading remarks, and intimidating actions directed at officials, competitors, or other spectators will not be tolerated, and are grounds for removal from the event site.  Spectators are not allowed to enter the competition area prior to, during, or after the conclusion of the contest. Violators are subject to removal from the venue.  Thank you for your cooperation in the promotion of good sportsmanship at today’s event."

Dr. Tim Scott, Executive Director Georgia High School Association

Tickets will be $15 per day and available on GoFan only.

Parking at the Track & Field Complex is very limited.  Spectators are encouraged to ride-share and use ride services.  Limited spots will be available at the Track & Field Complex and the Soccer and Softball Complex across the road. A shuttle will be provided at intervals from UGA East Campus Park and Ride (E23) to the State Meet site.  This parking lot is located on North Oconee Access Road (33.93622185577294, -83.36105681501436) https://maps.app.goo.gl/9nb7yNDqtYBDKXgn9

The UGA clear bag policy will be enforced. 

No outside food will be allowed. UGA concessions will be available.  

 

Officials and Volunteers should report to the GHSA Pass Gate.  USATF officials should present their credentials and volunteers will be on a list.  

College Coaches should report to the GHSA Pass Gate and present valid credentials or identification.

Media: For media inquiries please contact, Director of Media Relations, Marvin James marvin.james@ghsa.net

 
 
Media Pass Program - Media partners can submit a request, and a member of the NFHS Network team will reach out with pass info. https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/media-partners

 

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