
Derek Johnson
Derek Johnson is a United States middle-distance runner, born on October 11, 1999. He competes primarily in the 1500m, Mile and 3000m.
His personal bests include 3:36.99 in the 1500m, 3:53.13 in the Mile, 7:38.57 in the 3000m, 13:26.02 in the 5000m and 8:20.90 in the 3000mSt. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.
As of Sep 17, 2026: Mile Short Track 3:53.13, 3000 Metres Short Track 7:38.57, 2026 season best 3:41.11 (Jun 21, 2026, Griswold Stadium, Portland, OR (USA)) · Last competition: USA Championships, Jul 23, 2026, 14:08.91 · 26 years old
Personal bests
Performance Charts
Season bests
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Trend | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1500m | 3:41.11 | - | Jun 21, 2026 | ↓ | Portland Track Festival |
| 2026 | 3000m-short-track | 7:44.18 | - | Jan 31, 2026 | ↑ | Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic |
| 2026 | 3000m | 7:44.18 | - | Jan 31, 2026 | ↑ | Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic |
| 2026 | 5000m | 13:26.02 | - | May 1, 2026 | ↑ | Payton Jordan Invitational |
| 2026 | 5Kilometre | 13:54 | - | Apr 12, 2026 | ↑ | The Carlsbad 5000 |
| 2025 | 1500m | 3:36.99 | - | Jul 12, 2025 | ↓ | Sunset Tour |
| 2025 | 1500m-short-track | 3:37.61 | - | Feb 1, 2025 | - | Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic |
| 2025 | Mile | 3:53.13 | - | Feb 1, 2025 | ↑ | Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic |
| 2025 | mile-short-track | 3:53.13 | - | Feb 1, 2025 | ↑ | Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic |
| 2025 | MileRoad | 4:09.17 | - | Apr 19, 2025 | ↓ | B.A.A. Invitational Mile |
| 2025 | 3000m | 7:38.57 | - | Feb 8, 2025 | ↑ | Boston University Bruce Lehane Scarlet and White Invitational |
| 2025 | 3000m-short-track | 7:38.57 | - | Feb 8, 2025 | ↑ | Boston University Bruce Lehane Scarlet and White Invitational |
| 2025 | 3000mSt | 8:21.55 | - | Jul 31, 2025 | ↑ | USA Championships |
| 2024 | 1500m | 3:38.50 | - | Jun 8, 2024 | ↓ | The Adrian Martinez Classic |
| 2024 | Mile | 3:56.47 | - | Aug 29, 2024 | ↑ | Monmouth Mile |
| 2024 | mile-short-track | 3:59.35 | - | Feb 16, 2024 | ↑ | Boston University DMR Challenge |
| 2024 | MileRoad | 4:06.02 | - | Jul 27, 2024 | ↓ | The Guardian Mile, Hope Memorial Bridge, Cleveland, OH - Elite Event |
| 2024 | 3000m-short-track | 7:53.35 | - | Feb 3, 2024 | ↑ | Boston University Bruce Lehane Scarlet and White Invitational |
| 2024 | 3000m | 7:53.35 | - | Feb 3, 2024 | ↑ | Boston University Bruce Lehane Scarlet and White Invitational |
| 2024 | 3000mSt | 8:20.90 | - | May 17, 2024 | ↑ | USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix, Drake Stadium, Los Angeles, CA |
| 2024 | 5Kilometre | 14:21 | - | Nov 2, 2024 | ↑ | Abbot Dash to the FInish Line 5K |
| 2023 | 3000m-short-track | 7:58.11 | - | Feb 25, 2023 | ↑ | ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships |
| 2023 | 3000m | 7:58.11 | - | Feb 25, 2023 | ↑ | ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships |
| 2023 | 3000mSt | 8:25.23 | - | Jun 17, 2023 | ↑ | The Elliott Denman NJ International Track & Field Meet, Monmouth University Joe Compagni Track at Kessler Stadium, West Long Branch, NJ |
| 2023 | 5000m | 13:39.88 | - | Feb 11, 2023 | ↑ | Boston University David Hemery Valentine Invitational |
| 2023 | 5000m-short-track | 13:39.88 | - | Feb 11, 2023 | ↑ | Boston University David Hemery Valentine Invitational |
| 2023 | 5Kilometre | 14:11 | - | Nov 4, 2023 | ↑ | Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K |
| 2021 | 3000m | 8:17.17 | - | Jan 22, 2021 | ↑ | Rector Fieldhouse, Blacksburg, VA (USA) (i) |
| 2021 | 3000m-short-track | 8:17.17 | - | Jan 22, 2021 | ↑ | Rector Fieldhouse, Blacksburg, VA (USA) (i) |
| 2021 | 3000mSt | 8:28.72 | - | Jun 13, 2021 | ↑ | Hayward Field, Eugene, OR (USA) |
| 2021 | 5000m | 13:54.46 | - | May 15, 2021 | ↑ | Paul Derr TF Facility, Raleigh, NC (USA) |
| 2021 | 5000m-short-track | 14:12.08 | - | Dec 3, 2021 | ↑ | Liberty Indoor Complex, Lynchburg, VA (USA) (i) |
| 2020 | 3000m-short-track | 8:12.67 | - | Feb 15, 2020 | ↑ | Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA) (i) |
| 2020 | 3000m | 8:12.67 | - | Feb 15, 2020 | ↑ | Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA) (i) |
| 2019 | 2000Metres | 5:54.76 | - | Apr 6, 2019 | - | Charlottesville, VA (USA) |
| 2019 | 3000m | 8:34.44 | - | Mar 30, 2019 | ↑ | Richmond, VA (USA) |
| 2019 | 3000m-short-track | 8:43.50 | - | Feb 2, 2019 | ↑ | Lynchburg, VA (USA) (i) |
| 2019 | 3000mSt | 9:14.03 | - | Apr 20, 2019 | ↑ | Charlottesville, VA (USA) |
2026
10 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5000m | 14:08.91 | - | Jul 23 | USA Championships |
5000m | DNF | - | Jul 11 | Sunset Tour, Jack Kemp Stadium - Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA |
1500m | 3:41.11 | - | Jun 21 | Portland Track Festival |
5000m | DNF | - | Jun 13 | USATF LA Grand Prix |
5000m | 13:34.49 | - | May 23 | LA Track Festival |
5000m | 13:26.02 | - | May 1 | Payton Jordan Invitational |
5Kilometre | 13:54 | - | Apr 12 | The Carlsbad 5000 |
3000m-short-track | 7:44.18 | - | Jan 31 | Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic |
3000m-short-track | 7:44.18 | - | Jan 30 | Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic |
3000m-short-track | 7:56.12 | - | Jan 24 | New Balance Indoor Grand Prix |
2025
20 performances2024
19 performances2023
1 performance| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5000m-short-track | 13:43.08 | - | Dec 2 | Boston University Sharon Colyear-Danville Season Opener, Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (i) |
Honours
No medals
Frequently asked questions
What is Derek Johnson's Mile Short Track personal best?
Derek Johnson's Mile Short Track personal best is 3:53.13, set on Feb 1, 2025 in Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA) (i).
Which events does Derek Johnson compete in?
Derek Johnson competes in the Mile Short Track and 3000 Metres Short Track.
How did Derek Johnson perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 3:41.11, set on Jun 21, 2026 in Griswold Stadium, Portland, OR (USA). Last competition: USA Championships on Jul 23, 2026, 14:08.91.