Grant Riggs '15 Recruiting Profile

I am strong both athletically and academically.  Coaches describe me as a hard worker, team player, and passionate about living a healthy lifestyle. 

My athletic goal is simple; to realize my full potential and assist my team in all ways possible as I am multi event competitor.  This is consistent with my academic philosophy as I strive to maximize my fullest potential that will allow me to secure a position within my field of study.

 I have competed at the Illinois State Track and field meet Class 2A- my freshman, sophomore, and junior year in the 4x800 and 4x400 relays. My junior year,  I anchored my 4x800 team to an all state finish. In addition,  I competed at the Illinois Top Times Indoor receiving an all state indoor finish in the 400.  I also qualified at the Illinois Top  Times indoor state event in High Jump contest.

I am the 2013 and 2014 MVC Conference Champion in the 400 meter dash.  I also assist my team in the 200 and long jump as necessary. 

In addition, I competed in 2014 USATF- placing 25/55 jumpers with a jump of 6.1 3/4.