The 1965

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were contested at the first annual NCAA-sanctioned track meet to determine the individual and team national champions of men's collegiate University Division

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events in the

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. For the first time, the NCAA hosted a separate championship just for indoor track and field events. The original outdoor meet had previously been held annually since 1921. Unlike the outdoor championship, which was hosted later in the year during the spring, the indoor title was contested during the winter sports season. The inaugural indoor meet was hosted at the

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finished on top of the team standings and claimed the national title.

Team result

* Note: Top 10 only

References

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Ncaa Indoor Track And Field Championships The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is a nonprofit organization that regulates student athletics among about 1,100 schools in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. It also organizes the athletic programs of colleges and ...