Track and field athlete Jevon Maddox broke the school record for the triple jump April 8 at the UW-Oshkosh Open.

Jevon Maddox.
Photo courtesy of MTU Athletics

Maddox’s jump of  47-7 inches landed him at second place in the meet and was also a new personal best, despite the cold and rain of the meet.

“I am proud of Jevon’s performance today,” said head coach Joe Haggenmiller. “The weather was less than ideal, but his hard work helped him excel today.”

The sophomore jumper also competed in the 4×100 meter and the 4×400 meter races at the meet.

This past weekend, the sophomore took first in the triple jump with a jump of 47-15.

Jevon Maddox competes in the triple jump. As of April 8, Maddox became the school record holder for this event.
Photo courtesy of MTU Athletics