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Swindell Showcases Track Talent in Boston

Sofia Swindell, a standout senior from The Lawrenceville School, a member of the Virgin Islands Track and Field Team, and a University of Pennsylvania commit, delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 New Balance Indoor Track and Field National Championships held in Boston from March 13 to 16. Competing against some of the best high school athletes in the nation, Swindell showcased her talent and determination across multiple events.

Sofia Swindell

Swindell finished 11th overall in the 200m with a time of 24.13, and 26th overall in the 60m Hurdles with a time of 8.79 missing qualifying for the semi-finals by just two hundredths of second.

In the Sprint Medley Relay, Swindell and her team set a new school record with a time of 4:03.67, surpassing the previous record by over five seconds.

As her final High School indoor season concludes, Swindell’s focus now shifts to the outdoor track season, where she aims to build on her indoor successes and continue breaking barriers. Swindell will represent the Virgin Islands in the CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago held from April 18 – 22.

All Virgin Islands athletes should register with the Virgin Islands Track and Field Federation. Registration can be done online at the Federations website: Registration โ€“ Virgin Islands Track and Field Federation

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