Smock, Abda Named Athletes of the Month

Triple jumper Amanda Smock and middle distance star Harun Abda have been named USATF-Minnesota Athletes of the Month for March, the organization announced today.

Smock, a Melrose native who competed for North Dakota State University, was honored for winning the women's triple jump title at the USA Indoor Track and Field Championships held in Albuquerque last month. Smock marked a jump of 45-2 1/4 for the victory.

Abda, a junior at the University of Minnesota, was recognized for winning the 400-meter and 600-meter titles at the Big Ten Indoor Track and Field Championships held in Lincoln, Nebraska last month. The Fridley High School graduate won the 400m in 46.51 and the 600m in 1:15.86.

USA Track & Field Minnesota selects Athletes of the Month to honor excellence in track and field and its related sports in Minnesota. USA Track & Field is the governing body of the sport in the United States and the Minnesota Association of USATF sanctions and sponsors track and field, cross country, road racing, and racewalking events for athletes of all ages in the state.

Find a complete listing of this year's Athletes of the Month HERE.