Auburn Duo Shine: Barnes, Johnson Impress With All-America Honors at NCAA Indoors
Auburn's Sanaa Barnes and Simone Johnson earned second team All-America honors at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships in Boston, with Barnes placing ninth in the high jump and Johnson finishing 11th in the triple jump.
The Big PictureThe achievements of Barnes and Johnson highlight Auburn's success at the national level in track and field.
By the Numbers- Barnes equaled her lifetime best of 1.85m/6-0.75, clearing 1.75m, 1.80m, and 1.85m on her first attempt at each height.
- Johnson's best mark was 13.17m/43-2.5 in the triple jump, narrowly missing qualification for the finals.
- Barnes and Johnson's performances mark a strong start for Auburn in the indoor track season.
- Teammate Vimbayi Maisvorewa also secured second team All-America honors in the 400m dash.
The Auburn outdoor season kicks off with the Yellow Jacket Invitational at Georgia Tech on March 15-16.
Bottom LineAuburn's Barnes and Johnson excelled at the NCAA Indoor Championships, setting high standards for the upcoming outdoor season and showcasing the program's depth in track and field talent.
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