John Rice

John Rice

Born
Jan 1, 1997 (29 years old)
Events
3000 m steeplechase · 5000 m

John Rice is a United States sprinter, born on January 1, 1997. He competes primarily in the 100m, 1500m and Mile.

His personal bests include 10.85 in the 100m, 3:48.41 in the 1500m, 4:11.35 in the Mile, 4:11.35 in the Mile and 8:03.53 in the 3000m. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Personal best · 3000 m steeplechase8:38.29
2026 season best6.67Feb 6, 2026
Personal best · 5000 m13:52.55
Last competitionBig 12 Outdoor Track & Field Championship, Univ. of Arizona Roy P. Drachman Stadium, Tucson, AZMay 16, 2026 · 40.72

As of Nov 13, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 8:38.29, 5000 m 13:52.55, 2026 season best 6.67 (Feb 6, 2026) · Last competition: Big 12 Outdoor Track & Field Championship, Univ. of Arizona Roy P. Drachman Stadium, Tucson, AZ, May 16, 2026, 40.72 · 29 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time2026
100mIA 2026United States 100 m all-time list10.85*931 pts––
1500mTX 2018United States 1500 m all-time list3:48.41997 pts––
Mile2017United States Mile all-time list4:11.35940 pts––
MileIndoorKY 20174:11.35988 pts––
3000mIndoorWA 20198:03.531,057 pts––
3000m2019United States 3000 m all-time list8:03.531,036 pts––

* Wind-assisted (> 2.0 m/s)

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2026LJ Indoor6.67–Feb 6, 2026Iowa State Classic, Lied Recreation Center, Ames, IA (i)
2026LJ 7.23+2.5May 2, 2026Texas A&M Alumni Muster, Cushing Stadium, College Station, TX
2026100m 10.85+2.1May 8, 2026Cyclone Twilight
2026150m Indoor17.13–Feb 6, 2026Iowa State Classic, Lied Recreation Center, Ames, IA (i)
20264x100m 40.72–May 16, 2026Big 12 Outdoor Track & Field Championship, Univ. of Arizona Roy P. Drachman Stadium, Tucson, AZ
2022Semi 1:06:34–Jan 23, 2022–
20211500m 3:49.16–Mar 6, 2021Mike A. Myers Stadium, Austin, TX (USA)
20213000m Indoor8:09.00–Feb 12, 2021Randal Tyson Indoor Center, Fayetteville, AR (USA) (i)
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

John Rice's 3000 m steeplechase personal best is 8:38.29, set on May 24, 2019 in Sacramento, CA (USA).

John Rice competes in the 3000 m steeplechase and 5000 m.

2026 season best: 6.67, set on Feb 6, 2026. Last competition: Big 12 Outdoor Track & Field Championship, Univ. of Arizona Roy P. Drachman Stadium, Tucson, AZ on May 16, 2026, 40.72.