Myrtle Beach High Jumper Breaks State Record

J.J. Brown aims to reach new heights after record-breaking performance.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 7:22pm

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A dynamic, colorful painting depicting the explosive motion and energy of a high jumper soaring over a bar, with their body and the bar dissolving into vibrant brushstrokes.A record-breaking leap propels a young Myrtle Beach athlete towards new heights in the high jump.Myrtle Beach Today

J.J. Brown, a high jumper from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, has broken a 43-year-old state record with a jump that also stands as the highest in the country so far this year.

Why it matters

High jumping is a prestigious event in track and field, and breaking a long-standing state record is a significant achievement that could open doors for Brown to compete at higher levels of competition.

The details

In a recent competition, Brown cleared the bar at 7 feet, 5 inches, surpassing the previous South Carolina state record that had stood since 1983. This jump also ranks as the best high jump performance in the United States so far in 2026.

  • J.J. Brown broke the state record on April 12, 2026.

The players

J.J. Brown

A high jumper from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina who recently broke the state's 43-year-old high jump record.

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What they’re saying

“I'm just going to keep working hard and trying to go higher and higher. This is just the beginning.”

— J.J. Brown, High Jumper

The takeaway

This record-breaking performance by J.J. Brown highlights the rising talent in Myrtle Beach's track and field community and could propel the young athlete towards national and international competitions.