Cambrea Sturgis facts for kids
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Sturgis in 2021
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| Personal information | |
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| Nationality | American |
| Born | March 27, 1999 |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in |
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| Country | United States |
| Sport | Track and field |
| Event(s) | Sprints |
| College team | North Carolina A&T Aggies |
| Club | Adidas |
| Turned pro | 2021 |
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Cambrea Sturgis (born March 27, 1999) is an American professional track and field athlete. She is known for her amazing speed in sprint races. In 2021, she won two big national titles. She became the champion in both the 100-meter and 200-meter races at the NCAA Division I Outdoor Championships. This was a huge achievement for her as a college student.
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Cambrea Sturgis: A Rising Star
Cambrea Sturgis is a talented sprinter who has quickly made a name for herself. She competes in short-distance running events. Her journey from a young girl trying out track to a professional athlete is inspiring.
Early Life and First Steps in Running
Cambrea grew up in Kannapolis, North Carolina. Her first sport was basketball. She started running track in middle school, just like her dad, Darius. At first, running was tough for her. She often finished last in races. But she didn't give up! She joined a club called the Salisbury Speedsters. This helped her get much better.
Cambrea went to A.L. Brown High School in Kannapolis. By her second year, she was one of the fastest sprinters in North Carolina. She won awards for being the best female track athlete. She was also the champion in her county and region for both the 100m and 200m races. She even placed in the top three at the state meet.
A college coach, Duane Ross, noticed Cambrea when she was in her second year of high school. He saw her natural talent for sprinting. He knew she had a bright future in the sport. Many top universities wanted her to join their teams.
College Success at North Carolina A&T
Cambrea decided to go to North Carolina A&T State University. She competed for their track team, the North Carolina A&T Aggies. As a freshman, she broke the school record for the 200m race. She also finished third in the 200m at the 2019 NCAA Outdoor Championships. This earned her a special award as a first-team All-American.
In her second year, Cambrea won her first big college title. She became the 200m champion at the 2020 MEAC Indoor Championships. She also set a new record in the 60m race. In the spring of 2021, she won three events at the MEAC Outdoor Championships. She won the 100m, 200m, and the 4x100m relay. Her amazing performance helped her team win the conference title.
The biggest moment came at the 2021 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Cambrea won both the 100m and 200m races! Her 100m time was the fastest ever recorded in NCAA history with a little help from the wind. Her 200m time was the fourth-fastest in NCAA history. She also helped her relay team finish third. After these wins, she competed in the U.S. Olympic Trials.
Becoming a Professional Athlete
In July 2021, Cambrea made a big decision. She decided to become a professional athlete. She signed a contract with Adidas, a famous sports brand. This meant she would no longer compete in college.
As a pro, Cambrea continued to show her speed. In April 2022, she ran the 100m in 10.87 seconds. This was the fastest time in the world at that moment! She beat the record set by Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah just a week before.
Amazing Achievements and Records
Cambrea Sturgis has achieved many impressive things in her career so far. Here are some of her best times:
- 60 meters (indoors): 7.15 seconds (2020)
- 100 meters (outdoors): 10.87 seconds (2022)
- 200 meters (outdoors): 22.12 seconds (2021)
She has also won important national titles:
- NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships
- 100m: 2021
- 200m: 2021
