South Carolina track star JaMeesia Ford is dealing with a significant setback after suffering an injury at the NCAA 200m prelims during the 2026 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships last week. She abruptly stopped during Heat 1 and fell to the ground, ending her 2026 championship hopes.
Ford is in a relationship with LSU guard MiLaysia Fulwiley, who gave her girlfriend some support following the injury.
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This came as JaMeesia Ford posted a message on her Instagram page on Thursday that she will be OK.
“First thing first, I just want to give thanks to everyone who has reached out and supported me it means the most ❤️. I’ve been trying to avoid what happened at NCAA’s. It’s not easy to accept it but I can say it’s a blessing in disguise. While this isn’t the outcome I expected, I know God has a bigger plan than what I can see right now. Just a minor setback, into a journey of recovery and taking one day at a time,” Ford wrote.
MiLaysia Fulwiley responded to the post with a brief message of support.
“still da goat 🤭❤️🔥❤️🔥🥰,” Fulwiley wrote.
Ford reportedly appeared to have suffered a lower-body injury midway through the race, with her slowing down suddenly before falling to the ground. She soon left the track in a wheelchair and was seen in tears as her 2026 outdoor season ended without a championship.
Injury Stops JaMeesia Ford, Dashes Her Championship Hopes
Coming into the 2026 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Jameesia Ford was one of the clear favorites to win gold. She had already qualified for the 100m final and the 4x100m relay final with her South Carolina teammates. With her injury, however, she would not be able to challenge for the 100m final, the relay, or defend her 2025 200m title.
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She did have her leg examined on site, but the extent is still unknown. For now, the only clear thing is that her season is over and that she suffered some severe leg/hamstring issue.
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