Benard Keter

Born
May 25, 1992 (34 years old)
Birthplace
Molo, Kenya
Events
3000 m steeplechase · 5000 Metres Short Track

Benard Kiplangat Keter is a American track and field athlete. Hailing from Molo, Kenya, Benard represents the strong athletic tradition of the region.

Benard's career has been marked by participation in various competitions. As a representative of American athletics, Benard has competed against top athletes from around the world. The dedication required to compete at this level reflects years of training and personal sacrifice.

Benard continues to be an active competitor in track and field. Their participation in American athletics programs helps to strengthen the competitive depth of the nation's athletic tradition. With ongoing training and competition experience, Benard works to improve performance and achieve new personal milestones in the sport.

Personal best · 3000 m steeplechase8:16.11
2026 season best8:22.91Jul 11, 2026 · Drake Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
Personal best · 5000 Metres Short Track13:21.28
Last competitionUSA ChampionshipsJul 23, 2026 · 8:23.65

As of Oct 28, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 8:16.11 (#246 all-time), 5000 Metres Short Track 13:21.28, 2026 season best 8:22.91 (Jul 11, 2026, Drake Stadium, Los Angeles, CA (USA)) · Last competition: USA Championships, Jul 23, 2026, 8:23.65 · 34 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time2026
800mTX 20151:56.99837 pts––
1500mTX 20163:51.46958 pts––
MileTX 20164:06.56996 pts––
3000mIndoorNE 20148:12.591,004 pts––
3000m20168:13.04981 pts––
5000mIndoorMA 202213:21.281,183 pts––

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
20263000mSt 8:22.91–Jul 11, 2026Sunset Tour, Jack Kemp Stadium - Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA
20265000m 13:26.24–Apr 17, 2026Bryan Clay Invitational
20265000m-short-track Indoor13:34.06–Feb 14, 2026Sound Invite, JDL Fast Track, Winston Salem, NC (i) - Invitational Events
20265Kilometre 14:11–May 2, 2026USA 5 km Road Running Championships
20264MilesRoad 18:05–Jun 6, 2026USA 4 Mile Road Running Championships, Peoria, IL
20253000mSt 8:16.11–Aug 22, 2025Memorial van Damme, Boudewijnstadion, Bruxelles - Diamond Discipline
2025CrossCount 29:43–Jan 11, 2025USA Cross Country Championships, Lubbock, TX - XC 10.0km
20243000mSt 8:24.86–Apr 11, 2024Bryan Clay Invitational
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FAQ

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Benard Keter's 3000 m steeplechase personal best is 8:16.11, set on Aug 22, 2025 in Boudewijnstadion, Bruxelles (BEL), #246 on the all-time list.

Benard Keter competes in the 3000 m steeplechase and 5000 Metres Short Track.

2026 season best: 8:22.91, set on Jul 11, 2026 in Drake Stadium, Los Angeles, CA (USA). Last competition: USA Championships on Jul 23, 2026, 8:23.65.