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  • Sophia Beckmon named USTFCCCA National Athlete of the Week

    May 7, 2024 10:45 am by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsAthletics
    Sophia Beckmon in-flight during a long jump

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    • Sophia Beckmon in-flight during a long jump

    Freshman long jumper Sophia Beckmon has been named U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association National Athlete of the Week. Last week, she leapt an Olympic-standard long jump of 6.86m (22-6 1/4).