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Track and Field

Chrishuna

Williams

Olympian 2016

Athlete Bio#

Height

5'3"

Age

31

Hometown

Dallas, TX

Education

DeSoto High School (DeSoto, Texas) ‘11 University of Arkansas ‘15, Human Development and Life Science

Quick Facts
  • Daughter of Timothy and Christeen Williams
  • Has two sisters, Mackenzie and Timekia
  • Ten-time NCAA All-American at the University of Arkansas
  • Arrived at UA as a 400-meter runner, but transitioned to the 800 as a senior
  • Qualified for the 2016 Olympic Games in the 800 in only her second year competing in the event
  • Serves as a part-time substitute teacher at a private school, working with students ages 1-12
  • Aspires to be a child life specialist and help hospitalized children.
Career Highlights
  • 2015 USA Outdoor Championships, 17th (800m)
  • 2013 NCAA Indoor Championships, 1st (4x400m)
Olympic Experience
  • 1-time Olympian;
    • Olympic Games Rio de Janeiro 2016, 36th (800m - Women)

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