Jamaican Chanice Porter was named SEC Field Athlete of the Week (ending February 11).
In updated national team computer rankings from United States Track & Field Cross Country Coaches Association, Porter voted as Co-Women’s Field Athlete of the Week.
• Georgia sophomore Porter sailed a career-long distance of 21 feet, 2 ¾ inches on her second attempt in the long jump to win at the VT Elite Meet.
• Measuring no less than 20-5 during her three attempts, Porter shot to No. 1 on the national performance list and No. 3 in the Lady Bulldog record books.
• This is the top effort for the Georgia women since Hyleas Fountain set the school record of 21-7.25 to win the 2004 NCAA Championships.
The other Co-Women’s Field Athlete of the Week: Brea Garrett, Texas A&M
