Lamara Distin

Lamara Distin is a Jamaican high jumper who won the gold medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England.

Early life

Distin was born and raised in the Hanover Parish in Jamaica.

Secondary/High School

Distin competed for Hydel High School at the Jamaica track and field high school championship known as "Champs"

Post Secondary/University

She is an NCAA Champion for Texas A&M University and the current Jamaican record holder in high jump.
In 2023, she was named as a Pre-season candidate for the Bowerman award.