Ronasche Fluker: Georgia State’s Record-Shattering Triple Jump Specialist

Ronasche Fluker has established herself as one of the most accomplished horizontal jumpers in Georgia State University history, redefining the program’s record books through her dominance in the triple jump and long jump. A senior from Waycross, Georgia, Fluker’s career is marked by school records, conference accolades, and a relentless drive to excel across multiple disciplines.

Early Life and Middle School Dominance

Born and raised in Waycross, Georgia, Ronasche Fluker first showcased her athletic talent at Waycross Middle School. As early as 2017, she dominated the Southeast Georgia Middle School Athletic Conference, winning three consecutive 400-meter titles and anchoring championship relay teams. Her personal best of 1:04.39 in the 400 meters at the 2017 conference finals-secured by a 0.52-second margin-highlighted her competitive grit4. Fluker also excelled in basketball and competitive cheerleading, earning a spot on Ware County High School’s varsity cheer squad as an eighth grader4.

High School Career and Recruitment

At Ware County High School, Fluker emerged as a multidisciplinary star:

• Sprints: Clocked 1:01.59 in the 400 meters and 17.67 in the 100-meter hurdles14.

• Jumps: Set personal bests of 5.44m (17-11.5) in the long jump and 11.48m (37-8.5) in the triple jump14.

• Relays: Anchored the 4x100m and 4x400m teams, contributing to regional success4.

Her versatility earned her a three-star recruiting rating and attention from collegiate programs. Coaches praised her work ethic; Franklin Stephens, her middle school coach, noted, “Every day, you know exactly what you’ll get from her-total commitment”4.

Collegiate Career at Georgia State

Record-Shattering Performances

Fluker joined Georgia State in 2021 and immediately impacted the program:

• Indoor Triple Jump: Set the school record of 12.79m (41-11.5) at the 2025 UAB Green and Gold Invite58.

• Outdoor Triple Jump: Improved to 12.36m (40-6.75) at the 2024 Boston University Bruce Lehane Scarlet and White meet, ranking second in the Sun Belt Conference18.

• Long Jump: Personal best of 5.56m (18-3) in 2023, a mark that stood as Georgia State’s top performance for two seasons18.

Championship Credentials

• 2025 UAB Vulcan Invite: Won gold in the triple jump (12.79m) and contributed to a first-place long jump finish (5.83m by teammate Valissa Brown)5.

• 2024 Pepsi Florida Relays: Competed against elite fields, posting 11.77m (38-7.5) in the triple jump8.

• Sun Belt Championships: Earned 15th place in the triple jump (11.76m) in 2024 and 19th in 2025812.

Academic Achievements

Balancing athletics with academics, Fluker earned:

• Dean’s List honors (Fall 2021–Spring 2024)1.

• SBC Commissioner’s List recognition (2023–24)1.

• Center Parc Student Athlete of the Week (February 2025)1.

Technical Profile and Training

Fluker’s success stems from meticulous technical refinement:

• Triple Jump Phases: Optimized hop-step-jump ratios (35%-30%-35%) for maximal distance.

• Approach Speed: Consistently reached 8.1–8.4 m/s in her 16-stride approach.

• Strength Training: Squatted 1.4x bodyweight (90kg) to enhance explosive power5.

Her training regimen integrated plyometrics, sprint drills (30m fly sprints in 3.12s), and recovery modalities like cryotherapy5.

Overcoming Adversity

Fluker’s career faced challenges, including a left hamstring strain during the 2024 Texas Relays. She rebounded through:

• Isometric Training: Daily holds (3×30 seconds) to rebuild strength.

• Nutritional Adjustments: Increased protein intake to accelerate muscle repair4.
  Her resilience shone at the 2025 UAB Vulcan Invite, where she broke the school record weeks after the injury5.

Legacy and Impact

Program Transformation

• First Georgia State athlete to surpass 12.70m in the triple jump.

• Mentored teammates like Valissa Brown, who credited Fluker for her own long jump success5.

• Helped set the school’s 4x100m relay record (48.78) at the 2024 Penn Relays1.

Community Engagement

• Volunteered at local homeless shelters during holidays4.

• Advocated for youth sports participation through clinics in Waycross15.

Future Trajectory

As Fluker concludes her collegiate career, coaches project:

• Triple Jump: Potential to reach 13.00m (42-8) with refined phase synchronization.

• Professional Aspirations: Targeting the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as a dark horse contender.

Conclusion

Ronasche Fluker’s journey-from Waycross’ middle school tracks to NCAA record boards-epitomizes perseverance and technical excellence. A model student-athlete, she balanced academic rigor with athletic dominance while uplifting her community. As she told Georgia State Athletics: “Every jump is a chance to prove that limits only exist if you let them”. For aspiring athletes in Georgia and beyond, Fluker’s legacy is a testament to the power of grit and purposeful training.

Go Ronasche!