TenCate Installs High-Performance Track at Florida's Percy Beard Stadium Ahead of 2026 Invitational
Event summary
- TenCate Track Solutions installed a new Mondo Super X 720 track at the University of Florida's Percy Beard Track in 2025.
- The track will host the 2026 Tom Jones Memorial Invitational, featuring elite collegiate and professional athletes.
- TenCate has committed to supporting the event through 2029.
- The new track replaces a previous Mondo surface installed by TenCate in 2018.
The big picture
TenCate's installation of the Mondo Super X 720 track at the University of Florida underscores the growing demand for high-performance sports surfaces in collegiate athletics. This strategic move positions TenCate as a key player in the premium track and field infrastructure market, aligning with broader industry trends toward enhancing athlete performance and safety. The multi-year commitment to the Tom Jones Memorial Invitational further solidifies TenCate's role in supporting elite athletic events.
What we're watching
- Market Expansion
- Whether TenCate can leverage this high-profile installation to secure more contracts with elite athletic programs.
- Performance Validation
- How the new track's speed and energy return metrics will impact athlete performance during the 2026 Invitational.
- Long-Term Partnerships
- The pace at which TenCate can extend its multi-year commitments with other prestigious track and field events.