Sarah Heeb

Sarah Heeb
Sport
SportAthletics
Event
3000 metres steeplechase

Sarah Heeb (later Sarah Wilborn) was the first world record holder in the women's 3000 metres steeplechase.

Career

Heeb achieved her American and world record of 10:34.5 minutes on 20 April 1996 in Walnut, California.

The record is unofficial because it was achieved before IAAF recognition of the world record in the event.[citation needed]

Heeb attended the University of Kansas.

Heeb came second in the 3000 m steeplechase at the USA Championships in June 1996 in a time of 10:25.44 minutes.

Accolades and awards

Heeb was inducted into the Hall of Fame of Topeka West High School.

References

  1. ↑ "3000 Metres Steeplechase". World Athletics. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
  2. ↑ "American Outdoor Record Progression - Women". Retrieved 7 May 2025.
  3. ↑ "1995-96 Track & Field Roster: Sarah Heeb". University of Kansas. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
  4. ↑ Peters, Joy (21 April 1995). "Lady 'Hawks get medals". KUSports.com. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
  5. ↑ "USA Championships – Women's Steeplechase Archive (1991-2006)". 24 June 2006. Archived from the original on 25 January 2026. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
  6. ↑ "Charger greats await induction". The Topeka Capital-Journal. Retrieved 7 May 2025.