Meet Recap: North Texas Jumps Showcase

The 2025 Texas Jumps Showcase delivered exactly what it has come to represent on the national calendar: elite competition, elite coaching, and elite execution. Held in the Dallas area at the JUMPSmartTexas facility, the meet once again drew an extraordinary audience, with well over a dozen, likely closer to north of 20-Division I college coaches and recruiters on hand to evaluate talent across multiple age groups. Hosted by Kenny Rosemond, one of the most energetic and respected jumps coaches in the country, the showcase continued its rapid rise as a must-attend event. Rosemond's vision was evident throughout the meet, which featured not only the nation's top high school jumpers but also a deep slate of youth athletes who represent the next wave of national-level talent.

Media coverage matched the magnitude of the competition, with MileSplit represented by our Dallas and Texas private school contributor, Stuart Kantor, shooting photos, while FloTrack content creator and triple jump Olympian Olu Olamigoke conducted post-event interviews, adding national visibility to an already marquee showcase. Kantor shot photos of the meet, while 56-foot triple jumper Olamigoke conducted post-event interviews of the athletes.

Elite Long Jump Competition

The Elite Girls Long Jump proved to be even deeper and more competitive than anticipated, culminating in a breakthrough performance by Parker Coes (Bullis School). Overlooked in our pre-meet spotlight but undeterred, Coes displayed championship patience and technical precision, using the first five rounds to fine-tune her approach before unleashing the best jump of the competition, a 20-5.25 (6.23m) winner on her final attempt. After opening with a conservative 17-9.00, Coes steadily built momentum, hitting 19-0.75 on her second jump and maintaining consistency until she fully commanded the runway late. The New Balance Outdoor national champion and 21-foot performer showcased her elite speed and explosiveness at exactly the right moment, separating herself in a field packed with national-caliber talent.

Other out-of-state challengers made the trip worthwhile, as Brooklyn Lyttle (Elizabeth Seton) pushed Coes to the limit with a 20-5.00 best, while Alexis Brown (Bullis) rounded out the podium at 19-7.75. Texas stars followed closely, led by defending UIL 6A state champion Caitlyn Cavitt, who finished just off the podium with a 19-4 best, while Eguonome Akpobassa, Kendal Godfrey, Karis Nartey, and others contributed to one of the deepest long jump fields the showcase has ever seen.

On the boys' side, the Elite Long Jump runway saw the far reaches of the sand repeatedly tested, none more so than by Joseph West III. Known nationally for his versatility across hurdles, sprints, and jumps, West looked every bit ready for the 2026 season. He dominated the competition with a massive 24-3.00 (7.39m) best, hitting that mark twice, while also recording jumps of 24-0.50 and 23-8.75, the latter of which alone would have secured a podium finish. West's consistency at the elite end of the runway underscored his status as one of the most complete jumpers in the country, and his performance set the tone for a boys' field that matched the girls in both quality and excitement.

Coming out of Memphis, Miles Nesmith and Tayshaun Dye added a true national-caliber edge to the boys' elite long jump competition, validating the Texas Jumps Showcase as a destination meet for the country's top horizontal athletes. Nesmith, widely regarded as one of the most complete jumpers in high school track and field, delivered a series that reflected both power and consistency. He opened with a strong 24-1.00 (7.34m) and later matched that mark on his final legal attempt, while also registering jumps of 23-10.50 and 23-1.25. Even with a pair of fouls mixed in, Nesmith repeatedly attacked the far end of the pit, showcasing the same explosiveness that has made him a national champion in the triple jump and a threat in the high jump. His ability to sustain elite-level output across multiple rounds underscored why he remains one of the most dangerous all-around jumpers in the country.

Dye followed closely behind and was equally impressive in his own right. The Youth Track of Memphis standout produced a best of 23-8.75 (7.23m), backed by multiple jumps over 23 feet, including 23-1.50 and 23-0.00. Dye's series illustrated his technical efficiency and balance on the runway, as he consistently converted speed into lift while avoiding the big misses that often plague high-risk jumpers. His depth across six attempts kept steady pressure on the leaderboard and solidified his standing among the elite performers of the day.

Behind the Memphis duo, the rest of the field delivered a deep and competitive showing. Harrison Lowe remained a constant presence near the top with a best of 23-6.25, supported by additional marks over 23 feet, while Sean Pina opened strong at 22-10.75 before fouls interrupted his series. Kahdyn Freeman displayed his trademark consistency, peaking at 22-10.50, and Kamual Jones reached 22-8.50 in a well-rounded effort. Cayden Brooks and Victor Scott rounded out the field with jumps in the 22-foot range, further highlighting the depth of talent assembled.

While not competing in the Elite Boys flight, Jaiden Jones (Archbishop Carroll) from the DMV area on the East Coast definitely could have competed. He won his flight by a foot and a half with his 23-5.50 winning jump. He did that on his third jump and passed on his final three attempts.

Collectively, the boys' elite long jump field reinforced the meet's national stature, with athletes from across the country pushing one another to big marks and proving that the Texas Jumps Showcase continues to be one of the premier stages for horizontal jumpers in the United States.

Elite Triple Jump Competition

The Elite Girls Triple Jump lived up to and exceeded expectations, producing one of the most impressive fields of the entire Texas Jumps Showcase. In total, six athletes cleared 40 feet, with two more flirting just under that barrier, and the competition ultimately delivered the No. 2 all-time triple jump mark in Texas history. From the opening round, it was clear the event would be special, as reigning UIL 6A state champion Mia Maxwell wasted no time asserting control. On her very first jump, Maxwell detonated a massive 44-5.75 (13.56m) effort, instantly electrifying the crowd and rewriting the meet narrative. The only Texas high school athlete to ever jump farther is Olympic medalist Jasmine Moore, who reached 44-10.00 in 2019. Maxwell, who entered as the Nike Outdoor champion with a 42-7.75 personal best, proceeded to back up her opener with jumps of 43-6.75, 42-11.00, and 42-6.75, smashing her previous ceiling on nearly every legal attempt and firmly establishing herself as one of the greatest prep triple jumpers Texas has ever produced.

Behind her, the battle for the remaining podium spots was fierce. Brown of Bullis School doubled and showcased her versatility by doubling back from the long jump to place second, peaking at 41-9.50 and closing strong with 41-5.25 on her final attempt. Her ability to rise late underscored her competitive poise after early marks sat below her standard. Eguonome Akpobassa delivered one of the most consistent series of the day, recording three jumps over 40 feet, including a best of 41-1.00, while also adding 40-9.00 and 40-5.00 to her card. Aiden Morgan, one of the youngest athletes in the field, impressed with maturity beyond her years, hitting 40-11.75 and 40-6.25 to join the 40-foot club. Karis Nartey followed a similar arc, opening just shy of the barrier before closing with three consecutive jumps beyond 40 feet, highlighted by a 40-8.50 best. Kayla Williams completed the elite group by breaking through on her final attempt with 40-2.00, capping a steady progression across the competition. Altogether, the girls' event was a masterclass in depth, patience, and elite execution.

The Elite Boys Triple Jump matched the girls in intensity and spectacle, unfolding exactly as the pre-meet hype suggested. The spotlight belonged to a Georgia standout senior, whose preseason preparation paid off dramatically. After navigating a series that included three fouls, he delivered when it mattered most, closing the competition with a stunning 51-3 jump that sent the crowd into a frenzy. In total, he produced two jumps over 50 feet, with every legal attempt landing at or beyond his 48-3 personal best, sealing a decisive victory and confirming his status as one of the nation's premier triple jumpers.

Finishing second was Miles Nesmith, who followed his elite long jump performance with another reminder of his all-around brilliance. Nesmith found big marks despite never fully settling into rhythm, posting jumps of 50-2.75 and 50-0.75, while also stacking multiple efforts in the mid-to-high 40s. His ability to clear 50 feet without a flawless series only reinforced why he is widely considered one of the best overall jumpers in the country.

The depth of the boys' field was on full display as well, with Abdurahman Ghaji reaching 48-8.75, Tayshaun Dye hitting 47-10.75, Tyree Washington soaring to 47-7.75, and Alexander Davis and Caleb Adom both eclipsing the 47-foot mark. With seven athletes over 46 feet and multiple national-level performances, the boys' elite triple jump served as a fitting exclamation point to a showcase that once again affirmed its place among the premier jumps-only meets in the United States.