Jack Johnston

Events
5000 Metres Short Track · 3000 Metres Short Track

Jack Johnston is a United States sprinter. He competes primarily in the 100m, 400m and 1500m.

His personal bests include 11.25 in the 100m, 53.85 in the 400m, 5:09.00 in the 1500m, 8:16.80 in the 3000m and 13:48.57 in the 5000m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Personal best · 5000 Metres Short Track14:17.75
2026 season best14:17.75Jan 31, 2026 · Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA
Personal best · 3000 Metres Short Track8:16.80
Last competitionSoutheastern Conference Indoor Track & Field ChampionshipFeb 26, 2026 · 8:06.18

As of Nov 13, 2026: 5000 Metres Short Track 14:17.75, 3000 Metres Short Track 8:16.80, 2026 season best 14:17.75 (Jan 31, 2026, Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA)) · Last competition: Southeastern Conference Indoor Track & Field Championship, Feb 26, 2026, 8:06.18

DisciplineResultAll-time2026
100mTX 2024United States 100 m all-time list11.25814 pts––
400mTX 2024United States 400 m all-time list53.85646 pts––
1500mTX 2024United States 1500 m all-time list5:09.00235 pts––
3000mIndoorTX 20258:16.80980 pts––
5000mPA 2025United States 5000 m all-time list13:48.571,039 pts––
5000mIndoorMA 202513:56.601,056 pts–#220

* Wind-assisted (> 2.0 m/s)

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
20263000m-short-track Indoor7:58.70–Feb 14, 2026Boston University David Hemery Valentine Invitational, Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (i)
20265000m-short-track Indoor13:47.40–Feb 26, 2026Southeastern Conference Indoor Track & Field Championship
20265000m Indoor14:17.75–Jan 31, 2026Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic
20265000m-short-track 14:17.75–Jan 31, 2026Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic
2025HJ 1.97–Apr 5, 2025Tom Tellez Alumni Invitational, Carl Lewis TF and Soccer Complex, Houston, TX - Invitational Events
2025PV Indoor3.00–Feb 1, 2025Robert Platt Invitational
2025LJ Indoor6.27–Jan 31, 2025Robert Platt Invitational
202560m Indoor7.30–Jan 10, 2025Texas A&M McFerrin 12 Degree Invitational, R.A. "Murray" Fasken Indoor Track Stadium, College Station, TX (i)
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Jack Johnston's 5000 Metres Short Track personal best is 14:17.75, set on Jan 31, 2026 in Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA).

Jack Johnston competes in the 5000 Metres Short Track and 3000 Metres Short Track.

2026 season best: 14:17.75, set on Jan 31, 2026 in Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA). Last competition: Southeastern Conference Indoor Track & Field Championship on Feb 26, 2026, 8:06.18.