SSC Announces William Poe as Distance Runner of the Week

ORLANDO, Fla. - University of Tampa men's track runner William Poe has been announced as the Sunshine State Conference Distance Runner of the Week, as presented by Pollo Campero and announced on Monday.

Poe, a sophomore from Zephyrhills, Fla., delivered a strong performance in the 3,000-meter steeplechase at the USF Invitational. He ran a time of 9:19, leading the conference by 8 seconds.

Sunshine State Conference Athletes of the Week are chosen from a pool of nominees for their performances during the week of April 6 - 12, 2026. Athletic Communication Directors of member institutions nominate athletes.

Founded in 1975, Sunshine State Conference member institutions have won a total of 138 NCAA national championships across 15 sports and boast an NCAA Division II leading 89% Academic Success Rate. In 2025-26, the SSC marks its 50th anniversary, reflecting on a proud history of athletic and academic excellence.