Ahnyx Bush

### Ahnyx Bush: The Rising Star in Track and Field

Ahnyx Bush, a senior jumper on the USC track and field team, has been making waves in the athletic world with her impressive performances in both the long jump and triple jump events. Born on November 11, 2003, in San Diego, California, Bush has been dedicated to her craft since her high school days at Temecula Valley High School.

#### Early Career and High School Achievements

Bush’s journey in track and field began at Temecula Valley High School, where she excelled in both the long jump and triple jump events. As a senior, she set a personal record (PR) of 37-5.50 in the triple jump and a season best of 17-6.50 in the long jump. Her high school PR in the long jump was 18-3, set as a junior[1].

#### College Career at Mt. SAC

After graduating from high school, Bush moved on to Mt. SAC (Mt. San Antonio College), where she spent two seasons honing her skills. During her time at Mt. SAC, Bush set a PR and the school triple jump record with a jump of 41-3.75/12.59m (+1.1) to win the 3C2A state triple jump title in 2023. She also placed second in the long jump with a then personal-best leap of 19-1.25/5.82m (+1.8)[1].

#### Achievements at USC

In her second season as a Trojan, Bush has continued to impress with her consistent performances. In the 2024 outdoor season, she set her long jump PR with a jump of 19-4.00/5.98m (+2.0) at the Trojan Invitational on March 23. Her season best in the triple jump was 40-0.00/12.19m (+1.5), which earned her sixth place in the event at the USC-UCLA Dual Meet on April 28[1].

Bush has also had notable indoor performances. At the Ted Nelson Invitational on January 20, 2024, she set her indoor PR of 38-2.75 (11.65m) in the triple jump[1][4].

#### Recent Competitions and Achievements

In recent competitions, Bush has demonstrated her versatility and strength across various events. At the 2024 Oxy Invitational, she jumped 12.05m (+0.0) in the triple jump, securing second place[4]. At the UCLA vs. USC Dual Meet, she achieved a season-best 12.19m (1.5) in the triple jump, placing sixth in the event[4].

Bush’s performance at the 64th Annual Mt. SAC Relays was equally impressive, where she jumped 12.13m (2.8) in the triple jump, finishing ninth[4]. Her long jump performance at the Trojan Invite saw her clear 5.89m (2.0), securing third place[4].

#### Personal Life and Future Aspirations

Ahnyx Bush is not only an accomplished athlete but also a dedicated student. She is majoring in Health and Human Sciences at USC and aspires to become a professional athlete and later pursue a career as an anesthesiologist[1]. In her free time, Bush enjoys listening to music and taking walks. Her favorite musicians are Jhene Aiko and Billie Eilish, and she has a passion for singing, often serving on the praise and worship team at her home church[1].

#### Conclusion

Ahnyx Bush is a rising star in the world of track and field, showcasing remarkable talent and dedication. From her high school achievements to her current collegiate success, Bush continues to set new standards in both the long jump and triple jump events. As she progresses through her career, it will be exciting to see how she evolves and contributes to the sport.

### Key Statistics:
– **Personal Bests:**
– Long Jump: 19-4.00/5.98m (+2.0)
– Triple Jump: 41-3.75/12.59m (+1.1)
– **Recent Season Bests:**
– Long Jump: 19-4.00/5.98m (+2.0)
– Triple Jump: 40-0.00/12.19m (+1.5)
– **College Bests:**
– Long Jump: 5.89m (2.0)
– Triple Jump: 12.19m (1.5)

Ahnyx Bush is undoubtedly a name to watch in the track and field world, and her future looks bright both on and off the track.

Go Ahnyx!