DES MOINES, Iowa – Derek Drouin, the reigning Olympic gold medalist, Drake Relays record holder and three-time Drake Relays champion is set to headline the men's high jump competition at the upcoming Drake Relays presented by Hy-Vee. Drouin was one of 10 competitors announced Friday, March 31, by Drake Relays Director Blake Boldon.
"I'm honored to announce the field in the high jump," Boldon said. "My predecessor, Brian Brown, left a tremendous legacy and his specialty as an athlete was the high jump where he held the Drake Stadium record for almost 20 years.