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James Lott

James Lott

USAUSAMen
Birth dateOct 13, 1965
BirthplaceRefugio, United States
Height0.73 m
Weight88 kg

James Lott (born October 13, 1965) is an American former high jumper and football player.

He won three NCAA championships won a gold medal at the 1987 World Summer Universiade Games and was an alternate on the 1988 U S.

Their legacy in athletics continues through the records and inspiration they provided to future competitors.

Key facts
High Jump
2.31
#208 all-time
1988 season best
2.31
Aug 11, 1988 · Westwood, CA (USA)
1988 season best
Age
60 years old

As of Sep 15, 2026: High Jump 2.31 (#208 all-time), 1988 season best 2.31 (Aug 11, 1988, Westwood, CA (USA)) · 60 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1988
HJ
2.31-Aug 11, 1988
↓
Westwood, CA (USA)
1987
HJ
2.31-May 2, 1987
↓
Austin, TX (USA)
1986
HJ
2.27-May 3, 1986
↓
Austin, TX (USA)
1984
HJ
2.27-Apr 14, 1984
↓
Baton Rouge, LA (USA)
1983
HJ
2.25-May 13, 1983
↓
Austin, TX (USA)

1988

19 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.25-Sep 6New Delhi
HJ
2.31-Sep 3Athina
HJ
2.20-Aug 28London
HJ
2.20-Aug 26Berlin ISTAF
HJ
2.30-Aug 23Bern
HJ
2.25-Aug 17Weltklasse Zürich, Letzigrund, Zürich
HJ
2.31-Aug 11Sestriere
HJ
2.21-Aug 4La Coruna, La Coruña
HJ
2.25-Aug 2Monaco
HJ
2.29-Jul 16Indianapolis US Olympic Trials, Indianapolis, IN
HJ
2.31-Jun 5Westwood, CA
HJ
2.26-May 28San José
HJ
2.30-May 22Knoxville, TN
HJ
2.26-May 7Indianapolis, IN
HJ
2.27-Apr 24Walnut, CA
HJ
2.25-Apr 16Knoxville, TN
HJ
2.24-Feb 26USA Indoor Championships
HJ
2.25-Feb 19Inglewood, CA (i)
HJ
2.31-Feb 5Millrose Games, New York, NY (i)

1987

12 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.30-Jul 19Zagreb Universiade, Zagreb
HJ
2.25-Jun 27San José TAC Championships, San José
HJ
2.28-May 23Knoxville, TN
HJ
2.31-May 2Austin, TX
HJ
2.22-Apr 25Philadelphia Penn Relays, Philadelphia, PA
HJ
2.30-Apr 4Austin Texas R, Austin, TX
HJ
2.29-Mar 14NCAA Div. I Indoor Championships
HJ
2.24-Mar 7IAAF World Indoor Championships, Hoosier Dome, Indianapolis, IN (i)
HJ
2.24-Mar 6IAAF World Indoor Championships, Hoosier Dome, Indianapolis, IN (i)
HJ
2.24-Feb 27New York, NY (i)
HJ
2.22-Feb 21Fort Worth, TX (i)
HJ
2.29-Jan 31Flagstaff, AZ (i)

1986

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.27-May 3Austin, TX

1984

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.27-Apr 28Des Moines Drake Relays, Des Moines, IA
HJ
2.27-Apr 14Baton Rouge, LA

1983

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.25-May 13Austin, TX

Honours

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Zagreb Universiade

High Jump

1987
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NCAA Div. I Indoor Championships

High Jump

1987
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is James Lott's High Jump personal best?

James Lott's High Jump personal best is 2.31, set on May 2, 1987 in Austin, TX (USA), #208 on the all-time list.

Which events does James Lott compete in?

James Lott competes in the High Jump.

How did James Lott perform in 1988?

1988 season best: 2.31, set on Aug 11, 1988 in Westwood, CA (USA).