Nathan Strother facts for kids
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| Nationality | American | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | September 6, 1995 Norcross, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Height | 1.83 m | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Country | United States | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sport | Track and field | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Event(s) | Sprinting | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| College team | Tennessee Volunteers men's track and field | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Club | Adidas | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Turned pro | 2018 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Personal best(s) | 4 × 400 m: 2:59.78 (London 2018) 200 m: 20.76 (Fayetteville 2018) 400 m: 44.34 (Knoxville 2018) |
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Nathan Strother (born September 6, 1995) is an American sprinter. A sprinter is a runner who specializes in short, fast races. Nathan is known for winning the 2019 IAAF World Indoor Tour. He has also won gold medals in 4 × 400 meter relay races at big events. These include the 2018 Toronto NACAC Championships and the 2018 Athletics World Cup. He also earned a bronze medal in the 400 meter race at the 2018 IAAF Continental Cup.
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Nathan Strother's Career Highlights
Nathan Strother has achieved many great things in his sprinting career. He became a champion in the 2019 IAAF World Indoor Tour. This is a series of indoor track and field competitions. He was also part of teams that won gold medals in relay races.
Major International Competitions
Nathan has competed in several important international events:
- In 2018, he won a bronze medal in the 400 meters at the 2018 IAAF Continental Cup in Ostrava, Czech Republic.
- Also in 2018, he helped his team win a gold medal in the 4 × 400 meters relay at the 2018 NACAC Championships in Toronto, Canada.
- Later in 2018, he won another gold medal in the 4 × 400 meters relay at the 2018 Athletics World Cup in London, England.
- In 2019, he competed in the mixed 4 × 400 meter relay at the 2019 IAAF World Relays in Yokohama, Japan.
USATF Championships
Nathan has also competed in national championships in the United States:
- In 2018, he placed 4th in the 400 meters at the 2018 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
- In 2017, he finished 11th in the 400 meters at the 2017 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
- In 2016, he took part in the 2016 United States Olympic Trials (track and field), placing 23rd in the 400 meters.
College Athletics (NCAA)
Before turning professional, Nathan Strother was a star athlete in college. He represented the University of Tennessee. He was named an NCAA Division I All-American 11 times. This title is given to top college athletes in the United States. He was also a runner-up in the Southeastern Conference. This is a major college sports conference.
College Achievements in 2018
In his senior year (2018) at the University of Tennessee, Nathan had a very successful year:
- Indoor Track and Field:
- At the Southeastern Conference Indoor Championship, he placed 2nd in the 400 meters.
- At the 2018 NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships, he finished 6th in the 400 meters.
- Outdoor Track and Field:
- At the Southeastern Conference Outdoor Championship, he placed 2nd in the 400 meters.
- At the 2018 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships, he finished 12th in the 400 meters.
Early Life and High School
Nathan Strother grew up in Georgia. He went to Norcross High School and graduated in 2014. In high school, he was a very talented athlete.
High School State Champion
Nathan became a Georgia Class 6A state champion in the 400 meters outdoor track and field. This was part of the Georgia High School Association competitions. He set school records at Norcross High School with his best times:
- 300-meter hurdles: 38.31 seconds
- Long jump: 7.25 meters
- 400 meters: 47.37 seconds
In 2014, at the Georgia High School Association 6A state meet, he also achieved:
- 1st place in the 400 meters (47.37 seconds)
- 4th place in the long jump (7.09 meters)
- 4th place in the 300-meter hurdles (38.31 seconds)
