Alabama Boys T&F Breakthrough of the Week: Week of March 23

Alabama high school track and field athletes posted several personal records during the week of March 23.

Elijah Smith (Horseshoe Bend) threw 169-5 in the discus at the NIKE Rocket City Showcase, improving from his previous best of 162-5. The mark set a school record and ranks fifth in Alabama. Smith placed second among 81 competitors.

Nic Fallin (Fairview) jumped 22-9 in the long jump at the NIKE Rocket City Showcase, improving from 22-3. The performance set a school record and ranks 29th in the state. Fallin also cleared 13-6 in the pole vault, improving from 13-0.