Florida State University Athletics
Korbmacher Named ACC Rookie of the Week
1/16/2024 3:34:00 PM | Track and Field
CHARLOTTE, N.C.- Florida State Hurdler, Andre Korbmacher was named the Atlantic Coast Conference Men's Rookie of the Week the ACC announced on Tuesday afternoon. Â
Andre, a true freshman, had a breakout collegiate debut for the Noles over the weekend at the annual Jimmy Carnes Invitational. The Bellingham, WA native has already worked his way into the record books after notching a new facility record in the preliminary round of the 60m Hurdles with a time of 7.75. Â
In the finals, Korbmacher broke his own record with a blazing time of 7.71 for a first-place finish. The time is tied for the third-fastest throughout the country this season, first in the ACC and currently sits at 7th all-time in FSU history. Â
"I'm really excited for Andre." Hurdles Coach, Matt Kane said. "To make that adjustment to the high hurdles this quickly is a testament to his determination and strong work ethic." "We expect lots of great things as the season progresses."Â
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