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PENN RELAYS
Senior Sports reporter Kristel Rambaud breaks down what to know for the 2025 Penn Relays. The competition will take place today through Saturday, with free student tickets available today and tomorrow. The crowd will be electric, especially with a strong contingent of passionate Jamaican fans.
PENN RELAYS
Black tradition and culture have taken the spotlight at the Penn Relays. Notably, the event has been open to Black athletes since its conception, though discriminatory turmoil attempted to force its way into the sport. Nevertheless, Black pride persists on and off the track, and this year’s races will be no different.
The Penn Relays will draw professional athletes from all over the world. The lineup will include talent such as 2024 Paris Olympians Vashti Cunningham and Nia Akins, a Penn track and field alum.
PENN RELAYS
One of the largest contingents of of athletes at the Penn Relays comes from Jamaica. Notably, Jamaican high schools have dominated the 4x100-meter and 4x400-meter relays. Beyond competing at the Relays, Jamaican high school athletes connect with American collegiate coaches who help advance their promising running careers.
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