Getting To Know Jazmyne Frost

Freshman Jazmyne Frost is in her first season as a sprinter on the USC track and field team. She graduated from Junipero Serra High in Gardena, Calif. and owns PRs of 11.57 in the 100m and 23.65 in the 200m. She was a 2018 New Balance indoor All-American and in 2018 helped lead Junipero Serra HS to the state team title. As the 2020 indoor track and field season is set to open this week for the Trojans, we had a chance to catch up with Frost.

Q – How has the transition been to college life?

J.F. - It hasn't been the easiest, because managing my time is kind of hard. But, with all of the support that we have, it is very helpful.

Q – What has helped you with the transition?

J.F. -   Although my transition was hard, the tutors, learning specialists, athletic trainers, and nutritionists have helped me a lot.

Q - What has been the biggest difference between high school and college track?

J.F. -   It is more intense because there is more competition and harder, longer workouts.

Q – What has the coaching been like for you at USC?

J.F. -   I really like it. Coach Caryl (Smith Gilbert) cares about her athletes more than track. She cares about them more off the track in their academics, and that's what I really care about. That is why I came to USC.

Q - What are your future goals?

J.F. -   My main goal in life is to be successful and make an impact on my community.

Q - What is it like being a So Cal native and going to college down the street?

J.F. -   It makes me more comfortable because it feels like home. I have family right down the street, so if I want to go home, I can go home if I want to. It also makes me feel more independent because even though I am in my state, I am still away from my family.

Q - What is your major at USC?

J.F. -   I just applied for the communications major because it is broad and I believe that it can prepare me for many things.

Q – What are some fun facts about Jazmyne Frost?

J.F. -
-She is a Southern California native
- Her birthday is on Halloween
-She is the only girl in her family
-Her favorite thing to do outside of running is to shop for clothes (Nike, Fashion Nova)

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