The Bob Hayes Track Meet announced its Hall of Fame Class for 2024, consisting of seven individuals.
Arman "Gino" Hall, a distinguished figure in track and field, achieved World and Olympic gold as a vital member of the USA's 2014 and 2016 4x400 meter relay teams. Currently serving as a track coach at Arizona State University, Hall, an alum of St. Thomas Aquinas HS in Ft Lauderdale, Florida, showcased his talent in the renowned Bob Hayes Track Meet during his high school years.
Tony McQuay, an Olympic gold medalist in 2016 as part of the 4x400 meter relay team, is a two-time Olympian (2012 and 2016) representing Team USA. Hailing from West Palm Beach, Florida, and an alum of the University of Florida, McQuay also showcased his talent at the World Championships in 2013, 2015, and 2017.
Jearl Miles Clark, a four-time Olympian (1992-2004), secured gold medals in the 4x400 relay at the 1996 and 2000 Olympics and a silver in 1992. With a remarkable record at the World Championships, including nine medals, she earned four golds, notably in the 400 meters in 1993. Hailing from Gainesville, Florida, and an alum of Alabama State University, Jearl transitioned into coaching at the University of Connecticut alongside her husband JJ Clark and currently resides in Palo Alto, California.
Torrin Lawrence, an Andrew Jackson High School alum, made a significant impact in track and field, achieving the seventh fastest indoor 400-meter time in history with his clocking at 45.03. His impressive accomplishments include winning the 2010 NCAA Men's Indoor Track and Field Championships and being named the 2010 National Male Track Athlete of the Year. Tragically, Lawrence passed away at the age of 25 in a car accident on July 28, 2014.
Calab White, a renowned figure in US Track and Field, boasts a coaching career in Jacksonville since 1986, currently serving as the AAU District Sports Director of Track and Field for Florida Region 9 (1&2). With a remarkable coaching record, he has guided nearly 200 individual athletes and relay teams to earn All-American honors. White's expertise has also contributed to the training and coaching of two Olympic athletes, Dannett Young-Stone and Jeral Miles-Clark. He resides in Jacksonville, Florida.
Kendal Ellis, a standout athlete, clinched gold in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games in the 4x400-meter relay and secured a bronze in the mixed 4x400-meter relay. With additional titles as a World and Pan American Champion, Ellis excelled during her time at St. Thomas Aquinas HS in Ft Lauderdale, FL, and the University of Southern California. As a 4x NCAA champion and former Collegiate and American Record Holder in the indoor 400-meter, Ellis boasts a remarkable record with 14x All-American titles and 5x Pac-12 Championships. Her outstanding performance includes a viral relay leg at the 2018 NCAA Outdoor Championship, and she also achieved the title of Bob Hayes Champion during her high school days in Florida.
Al Denson, a Jacksonville native, achieved All-Pro status as a versatile receiver for the Denver Broncos from 1967 to 1969, excelling in all four receiver positions. A graduate of New Stanton High School, he was a multi-sport athlete in football, basketball, and track and field. Denson continued his athletic journey at Florida A & M University, earning a place in the FAMU Sports Hall of Fame. Following his NFL career, he returned to Jacksonville to coach in the public schools. Currently residing in Jacksonville, Florida, Denson manages the Al Denson Foundation.
The seven individuals will be inducted into the Bob Hayes Track and Field Hall of Fame Gala, Thursday, March 14, at 6pm at the Potters-House International Ministries in Jacksonville, FL.
