Athletes As Educators

Carmelita “The Jet” Jeter,  is a top sprinter with three Olympic medals and a world record. Born and raised in Southern California, Carmelita got her athletic start in basketball; although she excelled in the sport shared by her family, it wasn’t until high school that she found her love for speed. During her freshman year, Carmelita’s basketball coach suggested she try out for track to help her keep in shape in the off-season. Although Carmelita showed up to that track practice wearing basketball high-top sneakers and basketballs shorts,  her natural talent for sprinting was evident.  She went on to run an 11.7 during that track season. Upon graduating high school, Carmelita signed with California State University, Dominguez Hills’ track team and became the University’s first U.S. Olympic trials qualifier.  Carmelita went on to become the most decorated track & field athlete in the history of the school all while achieving her degree in physical education.    Carmelita posted a lifetime best of 10.83, wi