Waxahachie, TX | May 4, 2026 — Fresh off a historic weekend at the Lions Athletic Complex, the Nelson University men's and women's track & field programs have been rewarded for their dominance, earning widespread recognition in the Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) All-Conference selections.
The honors follow a milestone achievement for the Lions, as both programs captured SAC Outdoor Track & Field Championships for the first time in school history. It was a statement performance from start to finish. three days of relentless competition.
The Nelson men powered their way to the title with 141 total points, asserting control across multiple events. On the women's side, it came down to the wire, as the Lions edged out Oklahoma City in a dramatic finish, 131–130, sealing one of the most thrilling victories in program history.
Now, the conference has stamped its recognition.
MEN'S ALL-CONFERENCE HONOREES
First Team All-SAC
Second Team All-SAC
The men's selections reflect a balanced and explosive unit, one that dominated throws, sprints, and field events en route to a championship performance. Leading the charge, Ishmeal Ealoms continues to cement himself as one of the most impactful athletes in the conference after his meet-defining performance.
WOMEN'S ALL-CONFERENCE HONOREES
First Team All-SAC
Second Team All-SAC
Third Team All-SAC
The women's squad showcased depth, resilience, and championship poise. With contributions across distance, sprints, and field events, the Lions proved they could win in every phase culminating in a one-point victory that will be remembered as a defining moment in Nelson Athletics history.
With momentum surging and history already made, the question now isn't what this team has done…
…it's what comes next.
Nelson University (formerly SAGU) is a private Christian university, established in 1927 by P.C. Nelson. The University is located 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie, Texas, and offers more than 70 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campus or online. For more information, visit www.nelson.edu or by calling 1-888-YES-NELSON.
