Athletics 101 ? High Jump with Mimi Land

Clemson track & field has introduced a new series titled ‘Athletics 101.’ In this nine-part series produced by Clemson’s athletic communications office, we showcase the Tigers’ rich history in the sport of track & field, or athletics, as it is known on an international level. 

Graduate assistant Christine Williamson interviews student-athletes ranging from the sprints to the throws for this series. Click the YouTube link above or ‘Play’ button on this page to watch the seventh installment of the series featuring high jumper Mimi Land.

A highly decorated junior from Albany, Ga., Land ranks among Clemson’s all-time leaders in both the indoor and outdoor high jump. She is also a two-time ACC Most Valuable Athlete. Watch as she explains the most important factors in high jumping.

Part 1 — Hurdles (featuring Samantha Elliott)Part 2 — 400 Meters (featuring Jeffrey Green)Part 3 — Horizontal Jumps (featuring Iana Amsterdam & Anasterasia Terrell)Part 4 — Sprints (featuring Tevin Hester)Part 5 — Distance Running (featuring Roland Hakes)Part 6 — Throws (featuring James Plummer)