Edward Kemboi (born December 9, 1993) is a Kenyan middle-distance runner who competes professionally for Atlanta Track Club and Mizuno. He won the 800 metres at 2015 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships[1] and at the 2015 NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships.
Personal information | |
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Born | Eldoret, Kenya | December 9, 1993
Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
Weight | 125 lb (57 kg) |
Sport | |
Country | Kenya |
Event(s) | 800 m, 1500 m |
College team | Iowa State Cyclones |
Club | Atlanta Track Club |
Turned pro | 2015 |
Achievements and titles | |
Personal best(s) | 800 m: 1:44.77 1500 m: 3:39.02 |
Collegiate
editIn college, Kemboi competed for Iowa State University.[2] He won seven Big 12 titles during his four years at the school.[3]
Professional
editKemboi represents Kenya in international competition. He competes for and trains with Atlanta Track Club where his coached by Amy and Andrew Begley.[4] Fellow Iowa State Cyclone Patrick Peterson is also part of the team.[5]
References
edit- ^ "Edward Kemboi wins national championship in the 800". Desmoinesregister.com. June 12, 2015. Retrieved December 1, 2016.
- ^ "Edward Kemboi Iowa State University Results". TFRRS. June 12, 2015. Retrieved December 1, 2016.
- ^ "Edward Kemboi profile". Milesplit. June 12, 2015. Retrieved December 1, 2016.
- ^ "Wingfoot Magazine" (PDF). Atlanta Track Club. November 2017. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
- ^ "Patrick Peterson | Atlanta Track Club". www.atlantatrackclub.org. Retrieved 2018-08-07.
External links
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