Becoming the first American woman since 2018 to make the podium at the NYC Marathon, Jessica McClain earned recognition as the 38th USATF Athlete of the Week award winner for 2026 🏅 McClain, who was seventh in the half marathon at September’s World Athletics Road Running Championships, pushed past Kenya’s Hellen Obiri in the final stretch to take second in 2:24:42. 👏

Their picks are in! 🏆 Dawn Harper-Nelson and Ato Boldon break down why @masai_russell and @ealey_chase have their votes for Women’s Track and Women’s Field Athlete of the Year. Are these your picks, too? Let us know 👀

A refreshed look for USA Track & Field 🇺🇸 We’re introducing an updated visual identity that brings greater emphasis to the USA Track & Field name while preserving the iconic wings that have represented our sport for decades. #TeamUSATF

USA Track & Field mourns the passing of legendary coach Frank “Gags” Gagliano, who died October 25 at the age of 89. For more than six decades, Gagliano helped shape generations of middle-distance runners, mentoring Olympians, world-class athletes and countless others throughout his remarkable coaching career. From Georgetown to the professional ranks, his impact extended far beyond the track. Earlier this year, USATF recognized his contributions by naming the men’s 800m event at the Toyota USATF Outdoor Championships in his honor. His legacy lives on through the athletes he coached, the lives he touched and the generations he inspired. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and the many athletes whose lives he touched.

“There’s moments in your life where, when you’re leading up to it, you just know this is going to change your life.” 👏 From Tokyo to Paris and now the road to @LA28, Ezra Frech reflects on the changes, challenges and lessons that have fueled his Paralympic journey. #TeamUSATF