Gabrielle Jourdain and Avery Jaynes of Augusta University have been recognized as Georgia's Own Student-Athletes of the Month for March. Jourdain, a freshman, set a new Peach Belt Conference record in the 10,000 meters at the Raleigh Relays, finishing with a time of 35:48.62. Jaynes, a graduate student, excelled in the 5,000 meters at the Peach Belt Indoor Championships, claiming the title with a meet record of 14:31.77, marking his contributions to the track program as significant during the transition to the outdoor season.

By the Numbers
  • Gabrielle Jourdain's 10,000-meter time of 35:48.62 broke the Peach Belt Conference all-time record.
  • Avery Jaynes' 5,000-meter championship record time was 14:31.77.
State of Play
  • Both athletes are transitioning successfully into the outdoor track season after strong indoor performances.
  • The accolades emphasize Augusta University's growing reputation in collegiate athletics.
What's Next

Both Jourdain and Jaynes are expected to continue their strong performances in upcoming outdoor meets, potentially setting more records and gaining further recognition in their respective categories.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Jourdain and Jaynes highlights the achievements of Augusta University's track and field program, showcasing student-athletes who excel in both academics and athletics, thus setting a precedent for future Jaguars.