Terry Reese facts for kids
Terry Reese, born on June 20, 1967, is an American athlete who used to compete in track and field. He was a specialist in the 110-meter hurdles, which is a race where runners jump over obstacles.
Terry was born in Orlando, Florida. He went to North Carolina State University and ran for their sports team, the NC State Wolfpack. His younger brother, Kelvin, also ran hurdles for the same university. Terry's best result during his college years was finishing seventh at the NCAA outdoor championships in his last year.
Terry Reese's Hurdling Career
Terry Reese became a top hurdler in 1997. This was his best year in the sport. He achieved his highest ranking in the world, placing ninth overall among all hurdlers.
Key Achievements in 1997
In 1997, Terry Reese had some amazing results:
- He finished among the top three at the 1997 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. This was his best finish ever at a national competition.
- He competed in the 1997 World Championships in Athletics held in Athens, Greece. He made it to the final race and finished sixth.
- He set his personal best time in the 110-meter hurdles. He ran the race in 13.22 seconds in Cologne, Germany.
Terry also reached the finals at national competitions in other years. He finished fourth in 1995 and sixth in both 2001 and 2002.
International Competitions
Terry Reese represented the United States in major international events. Here is a look at his performance at the World Championships:
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | World Championships | Athens, Greece | 6th | 110 m hurdles | 13.30 |