Shanieka Ricketts (Thomas)

TWO AZTECS SET FOR PARIS SUMMER OLYMPICS

SDSU represented across two sports in Paris
 
Source: GoAztecs
 
July 29, 2024 (Paris) -- Two former San Diego State athletes are set to compete at the Paris Summer Olympics, which began Friday (Pacific Daylight Time) ~ editor's update: with the opening ceremony, a rendition similar to the Last Supper except styalized using Roman influences, of course a diverse and odd cast as it was cast from Greek mythical gods and cannons. 
 
Former Aztec track and field star Shanieka Ricketts (Thomas) (2011-14) will represent Jamaica in the triple jump, while Xander Schauffele (2013-15) will play for the United States in men’s golf. 
 
Ricketts, the flag bearer for Jamaica at the opening ceremony, is set to begin the qualifying flights for the triple jump on Aug. 2 at 9:15 a.m. PDT at the Stade de France with the finals slated for Aug. 3 at 11:20 a.m. PDT.

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SHANIEKA RICKETTS QUALIFIES FOR PARIS OLYMPICS

San Diego State track and field alum, Shanieka Ricketts (Thomas) will compete for Jamaica at this summer's Olympic Games.
 
 
Photo: Former San Diego State athlete Shanieka Ricketts (Thomas) will be competing in the triple jump at the 2024 Paris Olympics with the Jamaican National Team. (courtesy: SDSU)
 
July 8, 2024 (Kingston, Jamaica) -- San Diego State Hall of Famer, Shanieka Ricketts (Thomas), qualified for the Paris Olympics over the weekend with her performance in triple jump at the JAAA/Puma National Championships.

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