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Four Pima Athletes Earn All-American Status
Ugwu, Knapp, Biancuzzo and Macias recognized for standout performances
Published on Mar. 10, 2026
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Pima freshman Elizabeth Ugwu broke her own school record in the shot put to finish eighth and earn All-American status at the NJCAA Indoor Championships. The Pima 3200 relay team of Danny Knapp, Eduardo Aviles, Tayvien Biancuzzo and Noah Macias also broke the school record and earned All-American recognition.
Why it matters
This is a significant accomplishment for the Pima track and field program, with four athletes earning prestigious All-American status at the national level. It showcases the talent and hard work of these student-athletes and reflects positively on the coaching staff and overall strength of the Pima athletics department.
The details
Ugwu's record-breaking shot put throw of 13.22 meters earned her eighth place and one team point for the Aztecs. The 3200 relay team's new school record time of 7:42.37 was also a standout performance at the NJCAA Indoor Championships.
- Ugwu's record-breaking shot put throw occurred at the NJCAA Indoor Championships on March 8.
- The 3200 relay team set their new school record at the NJCAA Indoor Championships on March 8.
The players
Elizabeth Ugwu
A Pima freshman from Sahuaro High School who broke her own school record in the shot put to finish eighth and earn All-American status at the NJCAA Indoor Championships.
Danny Knapp
A Pima freshman from Rio Rico High School who was part of the record-breaking 3200 relay team that earned All-American recognition.
Tayvien Biancuzzo
A Pima sophomore from Mica Mountain High School who was part of the record-breaking 3200 relay team that earned All-American recognition.
Noah Macias
A Pima freshman from Mica Mountain High School who was part of the record-breaking 3200 relay team that earned All-American recognition.
Collin Dylla
The head coach of the Pima track and field team.
What they’re saying
“We are extremely proud of Elizabeth, Danny, Tayvien and Noah for their outstanding performances and earning All-American status. This is a testament to their hard work and the strength of our track and field program.”
— Collin Dylla, Head Coach, Pima Track and Field (Pima News Release)
What’s next
The Pima track and field team will look to build on these All-American performances as they continue their outdoor season in the coming months.
The takeaway
Pima's track and field program is producing elite-level talent, with four student-athletes earning prestigious All-American recognition at the national championships. This success highlights the dedication and coaching expertise within the Aztecs' athletics department.
