Athletics 101 ? Sprints with Tevin Hester

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 on this page to watch the fourth installment of the series featuring short sprinter Tevin Hester.

The reigning ACC Champion in the indoor 200 meters, Hester is in Fayetteville, Ark., this weekend to compete in both of his specialty events at the NCAA Championships. Watch as he explains the most important factors in short sprinting.

Part 1 — Hurdles (featuring Samantha Elliott)Part 2 — 400 Meters (featuring Jeffrey Green)Part 3 — Horizontal Jumps (featuring Iana Amsterdam & Anasterasia Terrell)