Tara Davis-Woodhall’s New Gig Outside of T&F

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June 18, 2026 | Edition #579

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2 years ago, after winning an Olympic gold in Paris with a 7.10-meter jump, Tara Davis-Woodhall took on an assistant coaching role at Kansas State, continuing her athletic career. Now, ahead of the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest, again she’s taken on another role. This time, though, it’s away from track and field!






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