Derek Smith

United StatesUnited StatesActive
Born
Apr 21, 2006 (20 years old)
Events
Discus Throw

Derek Smith is a United States thrower, born on April 21, 2006. He competes primarily in the SP, SP and DT.

His personal bests include 17.43 in the SP, 17.54 in the SP, 55.31 in the DT, 51.82 in the JT and 51.39 in the HT. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Personal best · Discus Throw55.31
2026 season best55.31Mar 14, 2026 · PLNU Carroll B. Land Stadium, San Diego, CA
2026 season best
Last competitionBig Ten Outdoor Track & Field ChampionshipsMay 17, 2026 · 16.23
Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships

As of Nov 13, 2026: Discus Throw 55.31, 2026 season best 55.31 (Mar 14, 2026, PLNU Carroll B. Land Stadium, San Diego, CA (USA)) · Last competition: Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships, May 17, 2026, 16.23 · 20 years old

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time2026
SPCA 2026United States Shot Put all-time list17.43968 pts–#481
SPIndoorIN 202617.54975 pts–#332
DTCA 2026United States Discus Throw all-time list55.31975 pts–#322
JTCA 2026United States Javelin Throw all-time list51.82703 pts––
HTCA 2026United States Hammer Throw all-time list51.39761 pts––
DiscusThroOR 202453.45––

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2026weight-throw Indoor15.95–Feb 6, 2026New Mexico Collegiate Classic
2026weight-throw 17.37–Jan 23, 2026Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Invitational
2026SP 17.43–Apr 17, 2026Mt. SAC Relays
2026SP Indoor17.54–Feb 28, 2026Big Ten Conference Indoor Track & Field Championships
2026HT 51.39–May 2, 2026USC-UCLA Dual Meet
2026JT 51.82–May 3, 2026USC-UCLA Dual Meet
2026DT 55.31–Mar 14, 2026PLNU Sea Lion Invite
2025SP 16.51–Mar 8, 2025Beach Opener, Jack Rose Track, Long Beach, CA
FAQ

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Derek Smith's Discus Throw personal best is 55.31, set on Mar 14, 2026 in PLNU Carroll B. Land Stadium, San Diego, CA (USA).

Derek Smith competes in the Discus Throw.

2026 season best: 55.31, set on Mar 14, 2026 in PLNU Carroll B. Land Stadium, San Diego, CA (USA). Last competition: Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships on May 17, 2026, 16.23.