Emmy McCarthy / University of South Florida Athletics
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The University of South Florida track and field team captured its second consecutive American Athletic Conference Indoor Championship, finishing with 167.5 points at the Birmingham CrossPlex in Birmingham, Alabama. The victory also earned the Bulls' men's coaching staff its second straight Men's Coaching Staff of the Year honor.
South Florida's dominance was highlighted by standout performances from Saminu Abdul-Rasheed, who earned the title of Men's Most Valuable Performer. Abdul-Rasheed won both the 60-meter and 200-meter dash events, racking up 20 total points.
Nikodem Pochopien was also recognized for his impressive showing, earning Freshman of the Year honors after securing eight points from runner-up finishes in his events.