Bershawn Jackson facts for kids

Bershawn D. Jackson (born May 8, 1983) is an American track and field athlete. He is best known for competing in the 400 meter hurdles race. He also runs the 400 meter sprint. People sometimes call him "Batman"!

At the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, Bershawn "Batman" Jackson won a bronze medal in the 400 meter hurdles. He has also won several medals at the World Championships. These include two gold medals and one bronze medal. He also earned a gold medal at the World Indoor Championships.

Quick facts for kids
Bershawn Jackson

Jackson in 2015
Personal information
Nickname(s)	Batman
Born	(1983-05-08) May 8, 1983 (age 42) Miami, Florida, United States
Residence	Champaign, Illinois
Height	5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Weight	158 lb (72 kg)
Sport
Sport	Running
Club	Nike, Beaverton
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)	400 m: 45.06 400 m hurdles: 47.30
Medal record Men's athletics Representing the  United States Olympic Games Bronze 2008 Beijing 400 m hurdles World Championships Gold 2005 Helsinki 400 m hurdles Gold 2009 Berlin 4x400 m relay Gold 2011 Daegu 4×400 m relay Bronze 2009 Berlin 400 m hurdles World Indoor Championships Gold 2010 Doha 4x400 m relay Continental Cup Bronze 2010 Split 400 m hurdles

Bershawn Jackson's Running Journey

Bershawn Jackson first became well-known when he ran for Miami Central High School. There, he set an amazing record in the 300 meter hurdles in 2002. This record of 36.01 seconds still stands today for Florida high schools!

He then continued his running career in college at Saint Augustine's University. In 2004, he set another record. This time it was in the 400 meter hurdles with a time of 48.50 seconds. This was a Division II National Championship Record.

Bershawn Jackson's Best Times

Athletes often have "personal bests" (PB) for their fastest times in different events. Here are Bershawn Jackson's top times: