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The fields are set for the high school girls Championships of America events on Friday at the Penn Relays
TL;DR
The high school girls Championships of America events are set for Friday at the Penn Relays in Philadelphia, featuring finals in various relay and distance events. This year marks the 130th running of the Penn Relays, the oldest track and field competition in the U.S.
Key points
- High school girls Championships of America events on Friday
- Finals in 4X100, 4X400, and 4X800 relays
- 130th running of the Penn Relays
- Oldest track and field competition in the U.S.
- Over 15,000 athletes and 100,000 spectators annually
The fields are set for the high school girls Championships of America events on Friday at the Penn Relays originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The preliminary heats for the high girls relay events took place Thursday at the Penn Relays in Philadelphia, Pa., and now it's time for the championships on Friday.
While the high school boys events will just be getting under way Friday in the morning, the spotlight will once again shine on the girls in the afternoon. That's when the championship finals are set to be staged in the 4X100, 4X400, and 4X800 team relays along with the individual distance events.
This year marks the 130th running of the Penn Relays, an event that dates back to April 21, 1895. It's the oldest track and field competition staged in the United States with more than 15,000 athletes competing annually and at least 100,000 spectators regularly attending across the event's three days.
The high school portion of the Penn Relays will continue through Saturday when the final boys events are staged including the 4X400 relays and the Championships of America in all the relay events.
Results from the Penn Relays high school girls track and field events on Thursday, April 23
How to watch Penn Relays 2026: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: FloTrack
Q&A
What events are included in the high school girls Championships of America at the Penn Relays?
The championships will feature finals in the 4X100, 4X400, and 4X800 relays, along with individual distance events.
When did the Penn Relays first take place?
The Penn Relays first took place on April 21, 1895, making it the oldest track and field competition in the United States.
How many athletes participate in the Penn Relays each year?
More than 15,000 athletes compete annually at the Penn Relays.
What is the expected attendance for the Penn Relays?
The event regularly attracts at least 100,000 spectators across its three days.
