Byron Robinson facts for kids

Byron Robinson is an American athlete who was born on May 10, 1995. He is known for competing in track and field events, especially the 400 metres hurdles. This is a race where runners jump over barriers. His best time in this event is 48.58 seconds. In 2016, he finished second at the United States Olympic Trials, which helped him join the Olympic team.

Byron Robinson's Early Life and College Journey

Byron Robinson grew up in Chesapeake, Virginia. He went to Western Branch High School and was already a talented runner there. In 2013, he won two relay races at a big national event called the New Balance Outdoor Nationals.

After high school, Byron went to Penn State University in 2014. He ran for their track team, the Penn State Nittany Lions. However, after one year, he decided to move to the University of Texas at Austin. He joined the Texas Longhorns track team because he heard his coach at Penn State was leaving.

College Achievements and Big Races

While at the University of Texas, Byron continued to improve. In 2015, he was the runner-up in the 600 meters at the Big 12 Conference indoor championship. He also helped his team get third place in the 4x400-meter relay at the 2015 NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships.

In 2016, Byron had a very successful indoor season. He won the 600-meter title at the Big 12 Indoors. He also placed second in a relay race and seventh in the 200-meter dash. He competed in the NCAA Indoor Championships that year too.

Becoming an Olympian

Byron Robinson had a huge breakthrough in the outdoor track season of 2016. He ran the 400-meter hurdles in 49.10 seconds in April. This was his fastest time ever and the best time for an American athlete that season. He won the hurdles event at the Big 12 Conference.

Later in 2016, Byron competed in the United States Olympic Trials. He ran even faster, finishing in 48.79 seconds. This amazing performance earned him second place, right behind a former world champion. He also beat an Olympic silver medalist, which secured his spot on the United States Olympic team.

At the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio, Byron made it to the semifinals of the 400-meter hurdles. He ran his personal best time there, but it wasn't quite enough to qualify for the final race.

Beyond the Track: Byron's Business Career

Besides being a talented athlete, Byron Robinson is also involved in business. He is the CEO of a company called Robinson & Co Banking. This company helps business owners and leaders get money for their projects.

Byron Robinson's Best Times

Here are Byron Robinson's personal best times in different track events:

Outdoor Races

• 400-meter hurdles – 48.65 seconds (set in 2016)
• 100-meter dash – 10.69 seconds (set in 2013)
• 200-meter dash – 20.94 seconds (set in 2016)
• 400-meter dash – 46.12 seconds (set in 2014)
• 300-meter hurdles – 36.24 seconds (set in 2012)

Indoor Races

• 55-meter dash – 6.86 seconds (set in 2011)
• 200-meter dash – 21.36 seconds (set in 2016)
• 400-meter dash – 46.27 seconds (set in 2016)
• 500-meter dash – 1:01.60 (set in 2017)