Calvin Smith Jr. facts for kids
Smith at the 2016 IAAF World Indoor Championships
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Calvin Smith Jr. (born December 10, 1987) is an American track and field athlete. He is known for his speed in the 200m and 400m races. Calvin comes from a family of athletes. His father, Calvin Smith Sr., was also a famous runner. His dad held world records, won world championships, and earned Olympic medals.
Calvin Smith Jr.: A Champion Sprinter
Calvin Smith Jr. has made a big name for himself in the world of track and field. He has achieved many impressive things in his career.
College Achievements
Calvin Smith Jr. was a star athlete at the University of Florida. He earned the title of All-American many times. This means he was recognized as one of the best college athletes in the country. In fact, he earned 18 All-America titles. This is the most in the history of the University of Florida's track and field program.
He was also a key part of the 2010 NCAA indoor national championship team. The NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) organizes sports for college students. Being on a national championship team is a huge honor. Calvin was also an alternate for the United States 4x400 relay team at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. An alternate is a backup runner who is ready to compete if needed, even if he didn't race in the Olympics that time.
International Success
Calvin Smith Jr. has won several gold medals on the world stage. He is especially known for his success in relay races. He won gold medals in the 4x400 meter relay at three World Indoor Championships in a row. These wins happened in 2012, 2014, and 2016. This shows his consistent performance and teamwork.
See also
- Calvin Smith (atleta, 1987) para niños (in Spanish)
