Kenyan athlete makes history at the Washington State University
Kenyan middle-distance runner Rosemary Longisa continues to rewrite history books in the United States of America.On Friday, 1 May, the sophomore surged into the program’s history after clocking 2:00.27 to win the women’s 800m, setting a new outdoor school record. Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsIn doing so, she eclipsed a long-standing mark that had stood for over 35 years, previously held by Celestine N’Drin. Her time now ranks fifth nationally.##NAJAVA_MECA_9728231##Longisa’s latest feat adds to an already remarkable résumé. She now holds four school records at Washington State: indoor 800m, outdoor 800m, indoor mile, and outdoor 1500m, firmly establishing herself as one of the most versatile middle-distance athletes in NCAA competition.Her rise has been nothing short of meteoric. On April 19, Longisa produced a jaw-dropping performance in the 1500m, clocking 4:02.55, the fastest outdoor time recorded in the NCAA since 2009. The mark places her second on the all-time col..