Emory University junior Ian Francis was named the University Athletic Association (UAA) Athlete of the Week for Track and Field, after recording an NCAA provisional qualifying mark in the triple jump at the Ole Miss Invitational.

Francis’ jump of 14.33 meters in the triple jump was .13 meters better than the NCAA provisional qualifying mark, and the sixth-best jump by a Division III athlete this season.  He finished ninth overall in the event.  Francis also placed 17th in the long jump with a leap of 6.24 meters.

The following members of the Emory Track & Field team have earned UAA Athlete of the Week honors this year:

Indoor:
December 6^th – Nelson Nwannunu
January 24^th – Lauren Attiah
February 14^th – Tony Lombardo
February 21^st – Mike Moserowitz

Outdoor:
March 21^st – Tess Gallegos, Ben Euwer
March 28^th – Tony Lombardo
April 11^th – Ian Francis