Southern's Jill Smith looks to add to her growing list of accomplishments this weekend in North Carolina
I myself, Darren, have watched New Jersey HS track & field for many many
years and have watched New Jersey send some of the world's
best forth. Greats such as, Frank Budd, Olympic gold medalist &
former world record holder at 100yds. Ron Freeman, member of the first sub
three minute mile relay in Mexico City. Renaldo Nehemiah,
possibly the best hurdler of all time and the first to break the 13 second barrier
in the hurdles both in high school and international ranks before track became a sport with professionals. And of course, Carl Lewis, long jump great as well as
sprinter who dominated the sprints for 10 long years. Yes the little
state of New Jersey has produced such track
powerhouses as these and many many more.
This weekend in Greensboro, NC a few more are expected
to rise as others around the world are blazing their paths as I write this
page. It will be my pleasure to report on all the rising stars from New Jersey as well as the United States and abroad. I know
that their are many track & field followers who will appreciate this.
Beginning with the this event in North Carolina look forward to reporting on local Shore Conference athletes as well as those who have left us to pursue a collegiate
career.
I would like to conclude by saying the track & field world can look forward
to my take on track here at Digital Sports and I would like to take this time to welcome you to
Darren's Notebook!