Full Throttle Track Club Sets New Relay Record

Incredible news from the world of youth athletics! The Full Throttle Track Club has a new reason to celebrate as four of its young stars have officially entered the record books. These talented athletes have achieved the fastest 4×200 relay time ever recorded for the 9/10 age group!

Shattering Records at AAU Indoor Championships

Dylan Metz, Landon Bridges, River Jordan, and Riden Jordan showcased their speed and teamwork at the AAU Indoor Championships held in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on March 6th and 8th. They blazed through the 4×200 relay, clocking an astonishing time of 1 minute and 54 seconds.

This remarkable achievement not only secured them a national record but also surpassed a previous record they had set just weeks before at Louisiana State University in February. It’s a testament to their dedication and consistent performance.

Hard Work and Dedication Pay Off

The young athletes train rigorously under the guidance of coaches Theodarryl Jordan and his son, Darryl Jordan, putting in two dedicated sessions per week at Broadmoor High School. Darryl Jordan expressed a mix of surprise and pride, noting, “We knew the guys were fast, but we didn’t know they were No. 1 in the nation.” He added, “Cause they work really hard.”

Their training regimen is intense, incorporating exercises like push-ups, sit-ups, bleacher drills, and up-downs. This commitment to conditioning clearly translates to success on the track. In fact, before this latest record, the team had already broken two other indoor national/meet records at their first indoor meet at LSU on February 28th.

Looking Ahead to Outdoor Season

The team’s success at the indoor championships has set a high bar, but these young athletes are already focused on the upcoming outdoor season. They have six more meets scheduled for May and June, including the SBR Jags Invite, Louisiana State Games, and the AAU Track & Field Region 11 Qualifier.

The Facebook post from the track club highlighted their achievements: “Two indoor national/meet records BROKEN. – 4×200 relay – 4×400 relay crushed by 7 seconds — a record that’s been standing since 2017. The fastest times in the nation EVER at age 9/10. That doesn’t just happen. That’s kids buying into a vision and executing when the lights come on.”