Junior Simone Johnson set a new lifetime best in the triple jump with a mark of 13.46m/44-2, ranking seventh nationally, at the Tiger Paw Invitational. Auburn's efforts also included impressive performances by other athletes, with Senior Amy Warren achieving a personal best and the team establishing 23 new personal bests. The Tigers will now prepare for the Southeastern Conference Indoor Championships on February 23-24.

By the Numbers
  • Simone Johnson's triple jump mark: 13.46m/44-2
  • Senior Amy Warren's triple jump mark: 13.04m/42-9.5
  • Women's 4x400m Relay time: 3:35.23
  • Megan Hague's shot put throw: 15.70m/51-6.25
  • Total new personal bests established: 23
State of Play
  • Simone Johnson's outstanding triple jump performance ranks seventh nationally
  • Auburn achieved 23 new personal bests during the two days of competition in Clemson and Nashville
  • The team is preparing for the Southeastern Conference Indoor Championships on February 23-24
What's Next

The Tigers will compete in the Southeastern Conference Indoor Championships on February 23-24 in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Bottom Line

Auburn's track and field team's impressive performances, including Johnson's record-setting triple jump, and the establishment of numerous personal bests, set the stage for a competitive showing in the upcoming Southeastern Conference Indoor Championships.