Pierre takes the Podium at the DII NCAA National Championships for High Jump

Nishorn Pierre ’26 finished second in the high jump at the NCAA Division II National Championships inside the Grand Valley State Lacrosse/Track & Field Stadium in Allendale, MI.

Pierre jumped 7’ 8.19” (2.19M) at the NCAA National Champions to finish in second place in the high jump. He broke the school record that he set earlier this year in the regular outdoor season. This was the first time in program history a Tiger competed at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships and earned a podium spot. 

With Pierre finishing second overall in the high jump, he also earned All-American status for the first time in program history.