High school track: Herriman’s Jackson Spencer, Weber’s Josh Hamblin shine in setting new state records at BYU Invite
Herriman's Jackson Spencer and Weber's Josh Hamblin set new state records at the 2026 BYU Invitational high school track meet. Spencer broke the 800-meter state record with a time of 1:49.38, while Hamblin improved his own 110-meter hurdles record to 13.55. Both athletes, who are future BYU track team members, delivered standout performances in front of a local crowd.
- ▪Jackson Spencer broke the Utah state record in the 800 meters with a time of 1:49.38.
- ▪Josh Hamblin set a new state record in the 110-meter hurdles with a time of 13.55, ranking in the top six nationally.
- ▪Spencer was named the Gatorade National Cross Country Runner of the Year in the previous fall.
- ▪The events took place at the Clarence F. Robison Track in Provo during the 2026 PACS BYU Invitational.
- ▪Both Spencer and Hamblin are committed to run for Brigham Young University's track team.
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