# Alaysia Oakes: A Comprehensive Athletic Biography
Alaysia Oakes has established herself as one of the most versatile and accomplished track and field athletes in Stanford University history, excelling in the long jump, triple jump, and sprints. Her career, marked by relentless improvement and leadership, bridges a decorated high school legacy and a rising collegiate profile. This biography traces her journey from Lynchburg, Virginia, to the national stage, underscoring her technical prowess, competitive drive, and academic excellence.
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## Early Foundations and High School Dominance
Alaysia Oakes’ athletic trajectory began at Heritage High School in Lynchburg, Virginia, where she redefined excellence in track and field. By her senior year, Oakes had accumulated **19 individual VHSL state championships**, a record believed to surpass any female athlete in Virginia history[9][13][14]. Her dominance was particularly evident at the **2022 Virginia Class 3 Indoor Championships**, where she single-handedly scored **50 of her team’s 86 points** by winning five events: the 55m (7.09), 300m (40.86), 500m (1:17.42), long jump (19-10¾), and triple jump (39-2½)[1][6][9]. This performance not only secured her team’s state title but also highlighted her rare versatility across sprints and jumps.
Outdoors, Oakes continued to shine. At the **2022 New Balance Outdoor Nationals**, she set a lifetime best in the long jump at **20-3¾ (6.19m)**, ranking her **U.S. No. 39** in the event[4][6]. Her triple jump mark of **40-7¾ (12.38m)** at the Virginia Showcase further solidified her reputation as a national contender[6][13]. Academically, Oakes graduated as valedictorian with a **4.0 GPA**, earning recognition from the Lynchburg City Council for her dual achievements in athletics and scholarship[13].
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## Collegiate Career at Stanford University
### Freshman Breakthrough (2023)
Oakes’ transition to Stanford in 2023 was immediate. At the **Stanford Invitational**, she won the collegiate division of both the triple jump (**41-1 / 12.52m**) and long jump (**19-6¾ / 5.96m**), setting lifetime bests in her inaugural outdoor season[1][6]. Indoors, she debuted with a **7.59** in the 60m and a **19-2½ (5.85m)** long jump at the Spokane Invitational, showcasing her adaptability to the collegiate level[6].
### Sophomore Ascension (2024)
The 2024 season marked Oakes’ emergence as a national-caliber athlete. At the **NCAA West Prelims**, she advanced in the triple jump after a wind-aided leap of **41-9¾ (12.74m)** at the Stanford Invitational[1][6]. Her sprinting also saw dramatic improvement: she broke her 100m personal best three times, culminating in a **11.90** at the Big Meet, and set a 200m best of **24.83w**[1][6]. Indoors, she soared to **No. 6 on Stanford’s all-time list** with a **20-6½ (6.26m)** long jump at the Don Kirby Invitational, a mark that underscored her potential in horizontal jumps[1][12].
### Junior Leadership and Consistency (2025)
As a junior, Oakes balanced leadership with performance. At the **2025 Big Meet**, she anchored Stanford’s 4×100 relay team to victory (44.54) while placing third in the triple jump (**40-8¾w / 12.41m**) and sixth in the long jump[8]. Her indoor season included a **7.52** 60m personal best at the UW Indoor Preview and a **19-5½ (5.93m)** long jump at the New Mexico Classic[1]. Though her triple jump outdoors dipped slightly to **41-9¾ (12.74m)**, her consistency in scoring for Stanford remained pivotal[1][2].
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## Technical Mastery and Event Versatility
Oakes’ success stems from her technical precision and ability to compete across disciplines. In the **long jump**, her collegiate best of **20-6½ (6.26m)** indoors ranks among Stanford’s top performances, while her outdoor mark of **20-1½ (6.13m)** reflects her adaptability to varying conditions[1][6][12]. The triple jump, however, remains her signature event. Her **41-9¾ (12.74m)** outdoor best and **41-11½ (12.48m)** indoor mark demonstrate her capacity to maintain form through the grueling three-phase motion[1][6].
Her sprinting evolution is equally notable. From a high school 100m best of **12.19** to a collegiate **11.90**, Oakes has refined her block starts and drive phase, enabling her to contribute in relays and individual sprints[4][6]. Coaches attribute her progress to meticulous film analysis and weight-room dedication, which have enhanced her explosive power[12].
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## Legacy and Impact
At Stanford, Oakes has become a linchpin for team success. Her role in securing the **2025 Big Meet title**-contributing in the 4×100 relay, long jump, and triple jump-exemplifies her team-first mentality[8]. Beyond accolades, she mentors younger athletes, emphasizing the balance between academics and athletics that defined her high school career[13].
Her high school coach, quoted in MileSplit, noted, *“Alaysia’s work ethic is contagious. She doesn’t just want to win; she wants to redefine what’s possible”*[14]. This ethos has carried into college, where she aims to leave Stanford as a multi-time All-American and contend for NCAA titles.
Alaysia Oakes’ journey from Lynchburg to Palo Alto is a testament to versatility, intellect, and perseverance. With **26 total state titles** (high school and college), a sub-12-second 100m, and jumps rivaling the nation’s best, she embodies the student-athlete ideal. As she approaches her senior year, the track world watches eagerly, anticipating her next record-shattering leap.
*“I’m not done yet,”* Oakes declared after her 2025 Stanford Invitational triple jump win[1]. Given her trajectory, few would doubt her.
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Go Alaysia!
