Tessa Long Shatters 38-Year-Old School Record in 100 Hurdles
Apr 15, 2025
Tessa Long Shatters 38-Year-Old School Record in 100 Hurdles
‼️ School Record Alert ‼️
Tessa Long etched her name in school history by breaking a 38-year-old record in the 100-meter hurdles with an incredible time of 15.7 seconds. Her performance not only sets a new standard for future hurdlers but also highlights her dedication, speed, and technique. Representing the Dragons with pride, Tessa’s historic run is a moment to remember—one that cements her as one of the all-time greats in the program’s track legacy. 🐉🐉🐉
Tessa Long Honored as Athlete of the Month
Jul 01, 2020
Tessa Long
Name: Tessa Long
Age: 11 years old
School: Alden Elementary School, fifth grade
Sport/Activity: Gymnastics
Position: All-Around
How long have you participated in this sport/activity?
Since I was 7. This is my fourth year competing.
What is your favorite teacher/mentor's name?
My favorite coach is Jenn "JC" Church, who is a coach at Olympic Gymnastics in Middleboro, MA. She has coached me since my days as a novice coach. JC also choreographs my floor routines.
Who do you idolize in this sport/activity?
Aly Raisman
Where do you normally practice?
Head Over Heels in Norwell; I train 16 hours per week year-round.
Are you on a team?
I am on the Level 7 Junior Olympic Team at Head Over Heels. The Junior Olympic program for USA Gymnastics is Levels 1–10, Elite athletes are the girls that are trying for the Olympics.
Have you met anyone famous in this sport/activity?
Katelyn Ohashi
Have you traveled anywhere related to this sport/activity?
I usually compete in large Invitationals that have teams from New England and other East Coast states such as New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. I recently competed in Nationals in Knoxville, TN, this year. I had teams from several different states, and I compete in Philadelphia this season against teams from all over the East Coast.
What events have you participated in?
I do all four events: vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor.
What awards or honors have you won?
I have qualified twice to be at the all-around competition at nine Junior Olympic Invitationals so far in my career. I have finished second in the all-around competition at the Massachusetts State Championships the last two years. I am a State Champion on the uneven bars this year and have also placed on all other events at the State Championships. I have also been selected to the Massachusetts State Developmental Team for the past two years.
What have you learned from participating in this sport/activity?
Gymnastics is a really hard sport both mentally and physically. When you aren't going your job it is very hard work and can be frustrating and sad, but when you're hitting, it makes you feel a way you can't really explain. I love gymnastics because it teaches you about working hard, perseverance, and overcoming fear. It also makes you physically fit, mentally tough, and strong. It teaches time management, the value of goal setting, and balance effort and rest.
What do you like most about the sport/activity?
Gymnastics is a very challenging sport, but I love learning new skills and mastering them.
What is your favorite moment?
My favorite moment was my last flyaway with a finished second all-around at the Level 6 State Championships and became State Champion on uneven bars.
What do you plan on doing after graduating?
My goal is to become a Level 10 gymnast and compete in gymnastics in college.
One tip for someone looking to get into this sport/activity:
Whether you compete or not, everyone can learn so much from gymnastics. Gymnastics makes you strong and confident, and it's the best sport to try as your very first sport.Also see her brother, Darren's interview on High School Sports Elite.
