Tia Jones facts for kids
Tia Jones in 2016
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| Nationality | American | |||||||||||||
| Born | September 8, 2000 | |||||||||||||
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| Sport | Track and field | |||||||||||||
| Event(s) | 100 m hurdles | |||||||||||||
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Tia Jones, born on September 8, 2000, is an American track and field athlete. She is known for her amazing skills in hurdling and sprinting events. Tia has achieved many impressive things in her career, especially in races with hurdles.
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Early Achievements and Records
Tia Jones started making a name for herself at a young age. On July 28, 2013, she was named USA Track & Field's Athlete of the Week. This was after she won both the 100-meter and 200-meter hurdles for girls aged 13-14. She also set new national and Junior Olympic records in these events at the USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships.
In 2016, Tia won the 100-meter hurdles at the USA Junior Championships. Her time was 12.84 seconds, which matched a world junior record that had stood since 1987. This was also the fastest time ever recorded by a 15-year-old athlete.
Tia Jones's Best Race Times
Tia Jones has shown incredible speed and skill in various track events. Her personal best times highlight her talent in both outdoor and indoor races. These records show how fast she can run and how quickly she can clear hurdles.
Outdoor Track Records
Tia has set impressive times in outdoor events. Her fastest 100-meter sprint was 11.50 seconds. She also ran the 200-meter race in 23.81 seconds. Her top time in the 100-meter hurdles, which is her main event, is an amazing 12.19 seconds.
| Event | Time (sec) | Venue | Date |
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| 100m | 11.50 | Miramar, Florida | May 2, 2025 |
| 200m | 23.81 | Greensboro, North Carolina | July 25, 2013 |
| 100 m hurdles | 12.19 | Miramar, Florida | May 2, 2025 |
Indoor Track Records
Tia also competes in indoor track events, where she has achieved great results. Her personal best in the 60-meter hurdles is 7.67 seconds. This shows her speed and precision even in shorter, indoor races.
| Event | Time (sec) | Venue | Date |
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| 60 m hurdles | 7.67 | Albuquerque, New Mexico | February 16, 2024 |
More About Tia Jones
Tia Jones continues to be a strong competitor in track and field. Her dedication to training and her natural talent have made her one of the top athletes in her field. She inspires many young people who dream of becoming track stars.
External Links
- Tia Jones at OmRiyadat
- Tia Jones at World AthleticsLua error in Module:EditAtWikidata at line 29: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).
See also
In Spanish: Tia Jones para niños
