Bernard Hammonds Class: RS Junior Hometown: Keller, Texas High School: Keller Central Position: Jumps

2008 OUTDOOR: Had a season best in the triple jump with a mark of 44'-1.25 at the Red Raider Open ... finished 19th at the Big 12 Championships recording a mark of 45'-00.25".

2008 INDOOR: Competed in one event ... jumped a season best of 44'-05.5".

2007:Redshirted

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Central High in Keller, Texas... Participated in football, powerlifting and track and field... Personal best triple jump distance is 46'-11".

PERSONAL: Born on Dec. 12, 1987, to Bernard and Rhonda Hammonds in Homestead, Fla... Father is a graduate of the University of Hawaii and is employed as a computer specialist... Mother is a flight attendant... Has one sister, Vanessa, 17... Majoring in electrical engineering... Career goals include graduating with honors and competing to fullest ability.