Yes, St. Thomas track and field programs compete at the NCAA Division I level.
St. Thomas's Historic NCAA D1 Transition
The University of St. Thomas made a groundbreaking move in the landscape of collegiate athletics. In Fall 2021, St. Thomas became the first institution ever to transition directly from NCAA Division III into Division I across all its sports. This unprecedented shift positioned all of their athletic programs, including track and field, at the highest level of collegiate competition.
Tommie Track and Field in Division I
Both the men's and women's track and field teams at St. Thomas are active participants in NCAA Division I athletics. The Tommie Women's Track and Field program, for example, is one of 18 sports at St. Thomas that competes within the Summit League, a prominent Division I conference.
Here’s a quick overview of their Division I status:
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Current NCAA Division | Division I |
| Transition Year | Fall 2021 |
| Previous NCAA Division | Division III |
| Women's Track Conference | Summit League |
| Historical Significance | First institution to make a direct move from NCAA D-III to D-I in all sports. |
For more information on St. Thomas athletics and their Division I programs, you can visit the official Tommie Sports website.
