{"id":17411,"date":"2024-03-28T02:31:22","date_gmt":"2024-03-28T02:31:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/?p=17411"},"modified":"2024-03-28T02:31:24","modified_gmt":"2024-03-28T02:31:24","slug":"guyanese-track-athletes-secure-podium-finishes-at-us-college-meets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/guyanese-track-athletes-secure-podium-finishes-at-us-college-meets\/","title":{"rendered":"Guyanese Track Athletes Secure Podium Finishes at US College Meets"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Over the weekend, Guyana’s track athletes showcased their prowess on the international stage, securing podium finishes, including two gold medals, for their respective colleges in the United States. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the National Junior College Athletic Association indoor track and field championship held in Gainesville, Florida, overseas-based athletes Keliza Smith and Trevon Hamer emerged as gold medalists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Representing Barton County Community College, Keliza Smith dominated the women’s 60-meter dash, clinching gold with a swift time of 7.37 seconds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, in the men’s triple jump, Trevon Hamer soared to victory with a leap of 15.36 meters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smith’s success extended to the women’s 200-meter dash, where she secured a silver medal, crossing the finish line in 23.74 seconds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, her stellar performance was not limited to individual events, as she contributed significantly to her college’s overall success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elsewhere, Attoya Harvey, competing for Monroe College, exhibited impressive form, advancing to the final of the women’s 800 meters after securing second place in her heat with a time of 2 minutes 17.42 seconds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite a valiant effort in the final, Harvey finished in sixth place with a time of 2 minutes 16.72 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shaquka Tyrell of Monroe College also showcased her talent, reaching the final of the women’s 1000 meters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, she faced tough competition and finished in the bottom half with a time of 3 minutes 00.90 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In another competition, Revon Williams put forth a commendable effort, securing second place in his heat of the 600-meter race with a time of 1 minute 21.21 seconds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although his performance was noteworthy, it fell short of securing a spot in the final.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adding to the list of achievements, Kenisha Phillips made her mark in the Big Ten championship conference, representing Indiana College. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phillips clocked a personal best time of 51.72 seconds in the 400 meters, earning her a silver medal behind Savannah Sutherland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Guyanese athletes continue to excel on the international stage, their performances serve as a testament to the talent and dedication within the country’s track and field community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Travis Seymour<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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