Tampa, Fla. May 8, 2024 – For USF men's track and field sophomore sprinter Abdul-Rasheed Saminu, so much of his backstory seems like pure fiction.
He grew up in a tiny West African village — in a dwelling without electricity — and ran barefoot to chase down rabbits for food. His first formal competition was on a grass track. He came to America and dreamed of greater opportunities.
And now he's one of the fastest men in college track.
Indeed, he's one of the favorites to capture the NCAA title in the 100-meter dash and pursue one of the sport's most cherished distinctions.