The National Scholastic Athletics Foundation (NSAF) in partnership with USA Track and Field (USATF) offers the Nike Elite program, a one-ofa- kind inaugural initiative designed to provide comprehensive support for the top U.S. high school track and field athletes–fueling the next generation of the sport to reach their goals and potential.
She is Maira Scott, an SHS senior who placed second in the 2023 U.S. Junior, 200m (23.20), and third in the 100m (11.41).
Each athlete works with an NSAF program manager for holistic support and guidance and have touchpoints with Nike’s professional athletes to learn and hear from the world’s best.
Nike equips the athletes with footwear and apparel innovations for training and competition. Additionally, athletes receive support to compete in key events throughout the year, including Nike Indoor Nationals, Nike Outdoor Nationals, NSAF “select” events such as the Millrose Games, Oregon Relays, Arcadia and Mt. SAC Invitationals and USATF U20 Championships.
The program will supports 40 high school athletes each year–with Maira among this year’s cohorts, including 20 male and 20 female athletes from 18 states across sprint, hurdles, throws, jumps, middle distance and distance track and field disciplines.
