New York Girls Outdoor Breakthrough Performances: May 24

New York high school track and field athletes posted personal bests across multiple events during the week of May 18.

Prita Berry (Hastings) cleared 5-2 in the high jump at the Hen Hud Field Fest on May 18, improving from her previous best of 4-9 set in May 2026. The mark ranks #51 in New York state and #3 among sophomores, and set a school record for Hastings. Berry won the event with 10 competitors.

Liana Williams (Albany Academy) jumped 18-10.25 in the long jump at the NYSAIS Outdoor Championships on May 20, bettering her previous mark of 17-5.5. The performance ranks #14 in the state and #7 among seniors, and established a school record for Albany Academy. Williams placed second among 43 competitors.