LaJarvia Brown Shines as All-American at Texas A&M

College Station, Texas, August 6, 2025

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LaJarvia Brown, a former star at Alton High School, is making waves at Texas A&M University as an All-American athlete in track and field. With a history of being a four-time state champion and a remarkable high school basketball record, Brown is already breaking records in triple jump and setting high standards for her academic performance. She aims to continue her success both on and off the field as she competes in collegiate athletics.

College Station, Texas – LaJarvia Brown, an accomplished athlete from Alton High School, has emerged as a standout All-American performer in track and field at Texas A&M University. Known for her exceptional abilities in both athletics and academics, Brown aims to excel as she progresses through her collegiate career.

Brown’s journey into track and field began at Alton High School, where she developed a reputation as a four-time state champion and nine-time state medalist in various events. Her former coach, Terry Mitchell, has often referred to Brown as “the greatest athlete, male or female, to ever graduate from Alton High School.” Standing at 5-foot-3 and weighing 120 pounds, she quickly became a formidable competitor who could dominate in multiple disciplines.

During her four-year high school career in basketball, she scored 1,447 points, making her the second all-time leading scorer on Alton’s girls basketball scoring chart. In her senior season, she averaged 16.0 points per game with an impressive 81% free throw success rate, showcasing her multi-sport prowess.

In track and field, Brown made her mark early by qualifying for the Class 3A state meet as a freshman in the triple jump and finishing 12th. Her real breakthrough occurred during her sophomore year when she won the state championship in triple jump. She continued her winning streak, clinching state titles as a junior and senior, and set a record with a jump of 42-1.75 feet, breaking a 20-year-old state record during her final high school competition.

In total, Brown secured state titles in several events, including triple jump, 100 hurdles, and she also placed second in long jump and third in the 300 hurdles during her senior year. She scored 35 points at the state meet, which was pivotal in helping the Alton Redbirds capture a second-place team trophy—their first since 1972.

Transitioning to Texas A&M, Brown quickly established herself as a force in collegiate athletics. She holds top 10 all-time records at the university for triple jump (44 feet, 6.75 inches), long jump (20-2.5 feet), and high jump (5-10.5 feet). Additionally, she ranks seventh in the pentathlon at Texas A&M, with a total of 3,813 points.

In her opening race as an Aggie, she won the 60 hurdles in a time of 8.64 seconds. At the Southeastern Conference Meet, she achieved a triple jump of 41 feet, 11 inches, marking the ninth-longest jump in Aggie history. Looking ahead, she has set personal goals to exceed 43 feet in triple jump and break 20 feet in long jump during her collegiate season.

Apart from her athletic accomplishments, Brown has also excelled in her academic pursuits, achieving honor roll status with a 3.0 GPA in her first semester at Texas A&M. She continues to maintain close communication with her family and former coaches in Alton and remains focused on succeeding in all aspects of her college experience.

Summary of LaJarvia Brown’s Achievements

• High School Achievements:
  • 4-time state champion in track and field
  • 9-time state medalist
  • 2nd all-time leading scorer in Alton girls basketball (1,447 points)
• Collegiate Achievements at Texas A&M:
  • All-American in track and field
  • Top 10 all-time records in triple jump, long jump, and high jump
  • 7th in pentathlon with 3,813 points
  • Opened collegiate career by winning the 60 hurdles
• Academic Achievements:
  • Honor Roll status with a 3.0 GPA

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