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One of Broward’s premier sporting events returns on Saturday. Here’s what to know

The Miramar Invitational is scheduled for Saturday at the Ansin Sports Complex.
The Miramar Invitational is scheduled for Saturday at the Ansin Sports Complex. Photo by Chau Cedric via Unsplash

One of Broward County’s biggest annual sporting events returns on Saturday at the Ansin Sports Complex in Miramar.

The Miramar Invitational track meet draws pro athletes from around the world, including Olympic medalists. Tickets start at $28.

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The Miramar Invitational is scheduled for Saturday at the Ansin Sports Complex.
The Miramar Invitational is scheduled for Saturday at the Ansin Sports Complex. Photo by Braden Collum via Unsplash

Here are key takeaways:

  • The meet is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. and ends with the 4x100-meter mixed relay at 2:53 p.m. It’s known for bringing big-name stars to Miramar.
  • This is the first year the event will include relays, according to meet director Tony Campbell. He says that change should make this the most exciting edition yet.
  • A highlight will be a relay showdown with two teams from Jamaica vs. two teams from the U.S. That’s for the mixed 4x100-meter relay.
  • The schedule also includes men’s and women’s 4x100-meter relays. Campbell, who’s been in track and field for over 35 years, said the sport has been his lifelong dream.
  • Big names expected include Shericka Jackson (Jamaica, Olympic gold in the 4x100 in 2020) and rising twins Tina and Tia Clayton. Other featured athletes include Kishane Thompson (2024 Olympic 100-meters silver medalist) and Ackeem Blake (ranked No. 7 in the world in the men’s 100 meters).

This report was produced with the assistance of a proprietary tool powered by artificial intelligence and using our own originally reported, written and published content. It was reviewed and edited by our journalists.

The Ansin Sports Complex will host the Miramar Invitational on Saturday.
The Ansin Sports Complex will host the Miramar Invitational on Saturday. Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
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