ALBANY, Ga. (February 19, 2021)- The Albany State University men's and women's track and field teams are set to open its 2021 season at the Cougar Invitational at the Smiths Station High School Sports Complex in Smiths Station, Alabama. The first event starts at 9 a.m. eastern time with the final session starting just after 5 p.m.

There will be no fan attendance inside the complex on Saturday to ensure the health and safety of the participating student-athletes.

Nine teams will take part in the event, including Albany State University, Columbus State, Morehouse College, Piedmont College, Point University, Thomas University, Truett McConnell University, Shorter University and West Florida University.