At SIU: Top-10 placewinner in all of his indoor and outdoor meets...finished fifth in the triple jump at the MVC Outdoor Championships...has career indoor bests of 21-06.25 in the long jump and 46-08.75 in the triple jump...career outdoor best in the triple jump is 48-07.50.

Pre-SIU: Three-time state qualifier at Thornton High School...named all-state in both the triple jump and the 4x200 relay...three-time all-conference performer...conference champion in three events, including the triple jump, 4x200 relay and 4x400 relay.

Personal: Major is undecided...born July 11, 1984...son of Lowander Stapleton.