The cornerstone of the
new york athletic club
Elite athletics is the cornerstone of the New York Athletic Club. It is what sets the Club apart, what gives it its sheen, and what makes the winged foot emblem renowned in athletic arenas all around the world. The NYAC's commitment to athletic excellence began with its founding in 1868 and continues, as steadfast as ever, to this day. The NYAC's athletes are its most visible ambassadors, all committed to the vision of their late teammate, Olympic legend Al Oerter, who stated, "Great things are expected of you when you wear the winged foot."
Recent Highlights
On February 26th, 2026, Valarie Allman received the inaugural NYAC Al Oerter Award at a special banquet at the New York Athletic Club. Click here to read about this prestigious award.
At the USA Track and Field Indoor Championships on February 28th and March 1st, NYAC athletes Dylan Beard (men's 60 meter hurdles), Nick Christie (men's 5K race walk) and Lauren Harris (women's 5K race walk) won national championships.
