LaMark Carter facts for kids

LaMark Carter (born August 23, 1970, in Shreveport, Louisiana) is an American former triple jump athlete. He was known for his amazing jumps, especially in the late 1990s and early 2000s. His best-ever triple jump was 17.44 m (57 ft 2.48917323 in), which he achieved in June 1998 in New Orleans.

LaMark Carter won silver medals at two big international events in 1999: the 1999 IAAF World Indoor Championships and the 1999 Pan American Games. He was also a three-time national champion in the triple jump at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, winning in 1998, 1999, and 2001.

He represented the USA at the Sydney Games in 2000. Before becoming a professional athlete, he went to Captain Shreve High School and competed for the Northwestern State Demons and Lady Demons in college. He still holds the triple jump record at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix event, with a jump of 16.93 m (55 ft 6.41043307 in) from 1998.

LaMark Carter's Top Achievements

LaMark Carter had a successful career, earning several important titles and medals.

National Champion Titles

LaMark Carter was a top athlete in the United States, winning the national championship three times in the triple jump:

• USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships
  • Triple jump: 1998, 1999, 2001

Major International Competitions

LaMark Carter competed in many big events around the world. Here are some of his notable performances:

• In 1995, he earned a bronze medal at the Universiade in Japan. He also competed at the World Indoor Championships and the World Championships that year.
• In 1998, he won another bronze medal at the Goodwill Games held in the United States. He also placed well at the IAAF Grand Prix Final and the World Cup.
• The year 1999 was very strong for him. He won a silver medal at the World Indoor Championships in Japan and another silver at the Pan American Games in Canada. He also finished 6th at the World Championships in Spain.
• In 2000, he competed in the Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia.
• In 2001, he won his third bronze medal at the Goodwill Games in Australia and competed at the World Championships.
• His last major international appearance listed was at the World Indoor Championships in Hungary.

See also

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