Payton Smith
University of Michigan
Women's Track and Field
Biography
"I’m a Division 1 track athlete and lifestyle content creator passionate about blending fashion, beauty, and wellness. Through social media, I share an authentic look into my life on and off the track—highlighting healthy living, personal style, and products I truly believe in. My audience connects with my energy, authenticity, and commitment to inspiring others to feel confident, live well, and chase their goals
send deal Career Highlights:
Relay & Records Helped set the school record in the 4×400 m relay with a time of 3:29.22 during the NCAA East First Round, one of two record-breaking performances that season Contributed to another program-best performance in the relay to qualify for the NCAA Outdoor Championships . Personal Bests & Achievements (Indoor & Outdoor) Indoor: Clocked a career-best 52.94 s in the 400 m, marking the fourth-fastest time in program history; also ran 23.74 s in the 200 m (also ranking fourth in program history) Outdoor: Posted a personal-best 52.99 s in the 400 m to win the Len Paddock Open; recorded 23.71 s in the 200 m at the LSU "Battle on the Bayou" Notable relay results: 3rd in the 4x400 relay (3:35.57) at the 44 Farms Team Invitational and 9th (3:30.17 — a program record) at the Tom Jones Invitational High School: Crowned California State Champion in the 400 m dash, with eight All-American honors, three San Diego Section Division III titles, and school records in the 100 m, 200 m, and 400 m