Arkansas junior sprinter Kaylyn Brown has been named National Athlete of the Week by USTFCCCA following her outstanding performance at the LSU Invitational, where she secured a season-best 400m time of 50.09. Brown led a Razorback sweep in the event, while also achieving a career-best of 49.13 earlier in 2024, matching the American collegiate record. In addition, she dominated the 200m with a top time of 22.57 and contributed to a record-breaking victory in the 4 x 400m relay.

By the Numbers
  • 400m season best: 50.09 (4th among collegians this season)
  • 200m top time: 22.57 (wind-aided)
  • 4 x 400m relay time: 3:23.68 (new meet and facility record)
State of Play
  • Arkansas has set new meet and facility records at multiple events this season.
  • Brown has consistently run the third leg in all three record-breaking 4 x 400m relays this season.
What's Next

Brown aims to maintain her momentum in upcoming meets, where she may pursue personal bests and further break records. The Razorbacks will continue to build on their successful season in relay and individual events.

Bottom Line

Kaylyn Brown's remarkable achievements enhance her standing among collegiate athletes and exemplify Arkansas's strong track program, highlighting the potential for more records as the season progresses.