A former student-athlete at the University of West Georgia, Taylor Hampton returns to UWG as an assistant coach ahead of the 2026-27 track and field season. During her time with the Wolves, Hampton competed in the sprints and jumps events.
In 2024, Hampton won the long jump at the Emory Spring Break Classic with a mark of 5.69 meters. She also helped West Georgia win the 4x100-meter relay at the UWG Legends Track Meet before setting personal bests in the triple jump and 100-meter dash with marks of 11.85 meters and 12.14 seconds, respectively. Hampton later helped the Wolves claim another 4x100-meter relay victory at the GSC Championships and set a lifetime best in the long jump with a mark of 5.99 meters.
During the 2024 indoor season, Hampton recorded a personal best in the 60-meter dash at the GSC Championships, finishing in 7.96 seconds. She also placed second in the long jump at the GSC Championships with a mark of 5.75 meters.
Hampton now returns to Carrollton as a member of the UWG coaching staff, bringing her experience as a former student-athlete into the 2026-27 track and field season.
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