Former BYU Athletes Excel at USA Track and Field Championships
Former BYU athletes Jaslyn Gardner, Meghan Hunter, and Sami Oblad achieved notable successes at the USA track and field championships in New York. Gardner secured fifth place in the 100-meter dash, Hunter qualified for the 800-meter finals with the second-fastest…
Salt Lake City, UT, July 24, 2026 —
Several former Brigham Young University (BYU) track and field athletes showcased strong performances at the recent USA Track and Field Championships held in New York.
Among the standout competitors was Jaslyn Gardner, who earned a fifth-place finish in the highly competitive 100-meter dash. Her performance secured a notable position among the nation’s top sprinters.
Meghan Hunter demonstrated significant prowess in the 800-meter race. Hunter successfully qualified for the event’s finals, achieving the second-fastest time in the semifinal heats. This achievement positions her as a strong contender in the final race.
Adding to the notable successes, Sami Oblad advanced to the finals of the 400-meter competition. Oblad’s progression to the final round highlights her consistent performance throughout the championship.
The achievements of Gardner, Hunter, and Oblad at the USA Track and Field Championships underscore the continued success of athletes with ties to BYU’s track and field program on a national stage.
Story summarized from the original created by Doug Robinson on www.deseret.com, see more information here.
