Tavis Bailey facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Born | January 6, 1992 Poughkeepsie, New York, U.S. |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight | 295 lb (134 kg) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Discus throw |
| College team | Tennessee |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) | DT: 65.82 m (2016) |
Meet Tavis Bailey, an amazing American athlete who is a professional discus thrower! He was born on June 1, 1992.
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About Tavis Bailey
Tavis Bailey was born in Poughkeepsie, New York. He went to A.L. Brown High School in Kannapolis, North Carolina.
After high school, Tavis received a special scholarship. This scholarship allowed him to play football and join the track team at Lenoir–Rhyne University. In 2012, he moved to the University of Tennessee to continue his college sports career.
Tavis Bailey's Sports Career
College Achievements
In 2012, Tavis started his first year at Tennessee. He quickly showed his talent in discus throwing. He earned second place at the SEC Outdoor Championships.
Later, in 2015, Tavis was the runner-up at the NCAA Outdoor Championships. Being a runner-up means he finished in second place. This was a big achievement for him in college sports.
Becoming a Professional Athlete
Tavis Bailey continued to excel in discus throwing after college. He worked hard to become a professional athlete.
In 2016, Tavis achieved a major goal. He qualified for the 2016 Summer Olympics. He earned his spot by placing second at the 2016 US Olympic Trials. His throw was an impressive 63.42 meters!
External Links
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