John Griffith

John Griffith

Events
Shot Put · Discus Throw

John Griffith is a United States thrower. He competes primarily in the SP, SP and DT.

His personal bests include 16.46 in the SP, 16.23 in the SP, 49.83 in the DT, 39.94 in the HT and 17.61 in the ShotPut(5k. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Personal best · Shot Put16.23
2026 season best8:32.92Jan 23, 2026
Personal best · Discus Throw49.83
Last competitionBoston University Sharon Colyear-Danville Season OpenerDec 6, 2025 · 8:23.55

As of Nov 13, 2026: Shot Put 16.23, Discus Throw 49.83, 2026 season best 8:32.92 (Jan 23, 2026) · Last competition: Boston University Sharon Colyear-Danville Season Opener, Dec 6, 2025, 8:23.55

DisciplineResultAll-time
SPIndoorNY 202416.46910 pts–
ShotPut(5kIndoorNY 202017.61–
ShotPut(5k202017.61–

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
20263000m-short-track 8:32.92–Jan 23, 2026Dr. Sander Scorcher
20265000m-short-track Indoor14:43.04–Feb 28, 2026Patriot League Indoor Track and Field Championships
20253000m-short-track Indoor8:23.55–Dec 6, 2025Boston University Sharon Colyear-Danville Season Opener
202510000m 31:49.44–May 3, 2025Patriot League Outdoor Track and Field Championships
2024SP Indoor16.46–Feb 19, 2024New Jersey Athletic Conference Indoor Championships
2024weight-throw Indoor17.58–Feb 19, 2024New Jersey Athletic Conference Indoor Championships
20241500m 4:06.08–Apr 20, 2024University at Buffalo Alumni Invitational, University at Buffalo Stadium, Buffalo, NY
2023SP Indoor15.37–Feb 10, 2023Fastrack National Invite
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

John Griffith's Shot Put personal best is 16.23, set on May 9, 2022.

John Griffith competes in the Shot Put and Discus Throw.

2026 season best: 8:32.92, set on Jan 23, 2026. Last competition: Boston University Sharon Colyear-Danville Season Opener on Dec 6, 2025, 8:23.55.