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UTEP’s Kpomassy Throws 19.99 Meters, Advances at 2026 USATF U20 Outdoor Championships Friday Evening
By Bea Martinez at KVIA ABC-7
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas -- UTEP track and field's Michael Kpomassy threw a personal-best 19.99 meters (65-7) at the 2026 USA Track & Field U20 Outdoor Championships at historic Hayward Field on Friday evening. The freshman phenom will advance and represent the USA at the prestigious 2026 World Athletics...
Key takeaway 99 meters (65-7) at the 2026 USA Track & Field U20 Outdoor Championships at historic Hayward Field on Friday evening.
Why this matters in The El Paso
Michael Kpomassy's impressive performance at the 2026 USATF U20 Outdoor Championships is a testament to the growing strength of UTEP's track and field program. As a freshman, Kpomassy has already made a name for himself, winning gold in the shot put at the Conference USA championships and now earning a spot on Team USA for the World U20 Championships. His achievement is not only a personal milestone but also a reflection of the program's ability to attract and develop talented athletes. With fellow freshmen Elias Munoz, Cydni Martin, and Jacob Yeager also competing at the national level, it's clear that UTEP's track and field team is on the rise. As Kpomassy prepares to represent the USA at the World U20 Championships, the El Paso community will be watching with pride, eager to see how this young athlete will perform on the international stage.
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Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas -- UTEP track and field's Michael Kpomassy threw a personal-best 19.99 meters (65-7) at the 2026 USA Track & Field U20 Outdoor Championships at historic Hayward Field on Friday evening. The freshman phenom will advance and represent the USA at the prestigious 2026 World Athletics...
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