This article is one in a series of features produced in partnership with the Southwestern Athletic Conference, exploring the history of the SWAC from its founding in 1920 to the present day. The series will run during the months of April and May.
The Olympics are the pinnacle of sports, where the world’s best athletes come together to compete, cementing their legacy among the all-time greats that came before them. Track & field is one of the most popular sports the Olympics has to offer, with every athlete aiming to set a new standard of excellence every time they are lined up against their competitors.
While representing their country by winning a gold medal in the Olympics is always the ultimate goal, in track & field, breaking the world record is the pinnacle of success in the sport itself. Setting the world record time in an event means you are now the standard barrier every time an athlete steps on the track…