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SWAC AWARDS

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Tigers claim three SWAC weekly awards

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Tigers claim three SWAC weekly awards

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. | Jackson State claims three Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) weekly awards after an impressive weekend at the Samford Bulldog Open, announced by the conference office on Friday afternoon. 

Amara Hawkins-Quinones, who was named Runner of the Week, won the 800-meter race with a time of 2:17.16. This marks the second time Hawkins-Quinones has earned a weekly award this year, with her first coming during the cross-country season. 

Junior Dalon Harris was named Field Performer of the Week and placed fifth in weight throw with a heave of 16.18 meters.

Freshman Stephy Venuti earned her Newcomer of the Week honor after recording a personal best in the 800-meter race clocking in at 2:27.78. 

Up Next 
The Tigers look ahead to their season finale at SWAC Championships in Birmingham starting Saturday, Feb. 22.

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Players Mentioned

Amara Hawkins-Quinones

Amara Hawkins-Quinones

400, 80
Freshman
Dalon Harris

Dalon Harris

SP, WT, Hammer, Discus
6' 2"
Junior
Stephy Venuti

Stephy Venuti

400,800,3K, 5K
5' 7"
Freshman

Players Mentioned

Amara Hawkins-Quinones

Amara Hawkins-Quinones

Freshman
400, 80
Dalon Harris

Dalon Harris

6' 2"
Junior
SP, WT, Hammer, Discus
Stephy Venuti

Stephy Venuti

5' 7"
Freshman
400,800,3K, 5K