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Kingi McNair`s record-breaking long jump highlights a thrilling Pearl Track & Field Opener, showcasing elite performances across various events.

Kingi McNair delivered an outstanding performance at the Pearl Track & Field Opener, achieving a nation-leading long jump of 24-10.5. This leap not only broke his personal best by 8 inches but also secured him the U.S. 1 spot and positioned him third all-time in Mississippi history. His jump would have ranked him 12th nationally for the entire 2024 season, showcasing his dominance early in the season.

In the distance events, Lilly Overby from Simpson Academy showcased her talent by winning the 1600m race with a remarkable time of 58.25, finishing nearly 15 seconds ahead of the state`s top returning runner. Layla Warren also from Simpson Academy triumphed in the 3200m race with a time of 11:51.36. On the boys` side, Marcus Henning from Madison Central set a personal best in the 1600m, clocking in at 4:32.30.

In the throwing events, freshman Jillian Breland led the state with a discus throw of 108-8. Adrian Miles from D`Iberville High School also made headlines with state-leading throws in both the discus (153-5) and shot put (47-11.5) at the Rock-a-chaws Relays. Samford University`s track and field program saw Bradley Franklin earn men`s track athlete of the week honors after his victories in the 60m finals and hurdles at the Samford Bulldog Invite and Open.

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