Welcome back to the Red Banner Race Report, the podcast where we go beyond the results to meet the humans chasing NAIA achievements in cross country and track and field. In this episode, we’re talking about someone who is reaching new heights - literally.

When you think of Voorhees University track and field in 2026, one name is currently hovering above the rest of the competition. DeAndre Jones is a freshman sensation out of South Carolina, who recently cleared a massive 2.14 meters (7'0.25"), to claim the #1 high jump ranking in the NAIA, and also punched his ticket to the USATF U20 Outdoor Championships…and believe it or not, he just began jumping as a senior in high school. With such an amazing start to his collegiate career, Mr. Jones is just getting started.

Thank you so much for tuning into The Red Banner Race Report. I can’t wait to feature more cross country and track and field athletes from the NAIA…stay tuned because it might just be YOU!

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