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Eric Metcalf

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Eric Metcalf

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Birth dateJan 23, 1968
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Eric Metcalf is a United States jumper, born on January 23, 1968. He competes primarily in the LJ.

His personal bests include 8.44 in the LJ. He has earned 2 gold medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Key facts
Long Jump
8.44
#52 all-time
1988 season best
8.44
Jun 17, 1988 · Tampa, FL (USA)
1988 season best
Age
58 years old

As of Sep 13, 2026: Long Jump 8.44 (#52 all-time), 1988 season best 8.44 (Jun 17, 1988, Tampa, FL (USA)) · 58 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1988
LJ
8.44+1.7Jun 17, 1988
↓
Tampa, FL (USA)
1987
LJ
8.13+2.4Jun 5, 1987
↓
Baton Rouge, LA (USA)
1986
LJ
8.24+0.2Jun 6, 1986
↓
Indianapolis NCAA Championships
1985
LJ
7.75-Mar 17, 1985
↓
Princeton, NJ (USA) (i)

1988

8 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
LJ
8.04+0.5Jul 18Indianapolis US Olympic Trials, Indianapolis, IN
LJ
8.44+1.7Jun 17Tampa TAC Championships, Tampa, FL
LJ
8.28+3.3Jun 3Eugene NCAA Championships, Eugene, OR
LJ
8.30-May 21Knoxville, TN
LJ
8.21-May 21-
LJ
8.21-May 20Knoxville, TN
LJ
8.01-May 15Austin, TX
LJ
8.19+1.2Apr 16College Station, TX

1987

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
LJ
8.13+2.4Jun 5Baton Rouge NCAA Championships, Baton Rouge, LA
LJ
8.04-May 17Lubbock, TX
LJ
8.07-Apr 1Austin Texas R, Austin, TX

1986

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
LJ
8.24+0.2Jun 6Indianapolis NCAA Championships

1985

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
LJ
7.75-Mar 17Princeton, NJ (i)

Honours

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Eugene NCAA Championships

Long Jump

1988
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Indianapolis NCAA Championships

Long Jump

1986
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Eric Metcalf's Long Jump personal best?

Eric Metcalf's Long Jump personal best is 8.44, set on Jun 17, 1988 in Tampa, FL (USA), #52 on the all-time list.

Which events does Eric Metcalf compete in?

Eric Metcalf competes in the Long Jump.

How did Eric Metcalf perform in 1988?

1988 season best: 8.44, set on Jun 17, 1988 in Tampa, FL (USA).