Zach Smith from Federal Way, Washington, wins boys’ long jump at Simplot Games

by Amanda Meixel

Pocatello, Idaho- Zach Smith, a senior from Federal Way , Washington , won the boys’ long jump at the 31st annual Simplot Games. Smith jumped to victory with a distance of 23’04.5”.

“This is one of the best crowds I’ve jumped for,” says Smith. “There is lots of energy in the crowd and it’s a good place to get your best jumps off.”

Smith was a little bit off his personal best but feels that it is a good start to the season.

Other top competition included –
Chase Wheeler, a senior from Concord , California , got second with jump of 23’
Geraldo Hiwat, a senior from Boise , Idaho , won bronze with a jump of 22’8”

Zach Smith jumps his way to victory in the boys' long jump at Simplot Games.
Photo by Mike Roberts

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