R’Lazon Brumfield, Tennessee State University Track and Field

R’Lazon Brumfield, Tennessee State University Track and Field

Those who know their Music City sports history know that Tennessee State University’s track and field program is one of the best Nashville has to offer. Historically, it has been the Tigerbelles — the women’s team, which has seen such legends as Wilma Rudolph — who earned most of the limelight. But recently, the men’s team’s R’Lazon Brumfield has been the Tigers’ — and Nashville’s — shining star on the track. The triple-jump specialist has stacked accolades at the conference and regional levels. And his five national championship qualifications, including a runner-up finish at this year’s indoor event, earned him widespread recognition in the sport.

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