Omar James
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- Hometown:
- Mackenzie, Linden, Guyana
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- Year:
- Freshman
Bio
Omar James
Freshman | Men’s Track & Field
Events: 200m, 400m
- Hometown: Mackenzie, Linden, Guyana
- Parents: Anola and Timothy James
- Date of Birth: October 22, 2005
- Intended Major: Physical Therapy
Omar James joins the South Plains College men’s track and field team as a freshman for the 2025–2026 season, competing in the 200m and 400m. A native of Mackenzie, Linden, Guyana, Omar is the U18 200m record holder and a National Champion, showcasing his speed and competitive talent.
His goals include winning nationals with a new personal best while pursuing a degree in Physical Therapy, continuing to develop as a sprinter and student-athlete at South Plains College.
News mentions
With the road to nationals now set, South Plains College Men’s Track and Field heads into championship season loaded with depth, top national marks, and momentum across nearly every event group with 50 qualifying marks.
South Plains College Track and Field delivered an impressive showing at the Masked Rider Open on March 26 in Lubbock, highlighted by multiple event wins and a growing list of national qualifying marks.
Entering the championship meet, the Texans are ranked No. 2 in the nation, while the Lady Texans sit at No. 7 nationally, positioning both programs among the country’s elite heading into the final showdown of the indoor season.
The South Plains College Texans traveled to College Station on February 6–7 to compete in the Charlie Thomas Invitational and delivered another strong performance, highlighted by podium finishes, relay success, and additional national-qualifying marks.