PARIS, France — South Alabama discus thrower Francois Prinsloo fell short in the qualifying rounds of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games Monday morning in Stade De France Stadium.
Prinsloo hurled a top throw of 61.35 meters (201'3"), putting him in 13th place in Group A of the Discus qualifying rounds at the Olympics and leaving him out of the top 12 competitors heading to the Finals on Wednesday, Aug.7.
This closes an incredible year and a historic South Alabama career for Prinsloo. He has claimed six total Sun Belt conference titles, three straight NCAA East Regional Titles, an NCAA Championship, and an Olympic Games appearance.
Francois will now hope to embark on a professional career in the discus and hopes to make it back to the Olympics in Los Angeles in 2028.
Head Coach Paul Brueske
On Prinsloo's unforgettable season
" Francois had a great season. I am very proud of what he has accomplished. He will have plenty of future opportunities. He is still very young for this event and has a bright future. "
Francois Prinsloo
On his Olympic Games Debut
" Thank you so much to everyone who has helped me get here. Coach Brueske and everyone at South Alabama, my family, friends, followers, and everyone in between have been incredible. Thank you for letting me represent you, my country, and if there's a next time, I know I'll be better."
FOLLOW THE JAGS
For complete coverage of University South Alabama track and field, follow the Jaguars on social media @SouthAlabamaTF (Twitter), /SouthAlabamaAthletics (Facebook), @SouthAlabamatfxc (Instagram), or visit the official home of South Alabama athletics at USAJaguars.com
