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Pine Forest's Blanks and Gee secure college track commitments

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Pine Forest's Blanks and Gee secure college track commitments

Summary

On June 1, Pine Forest track and field athletes Darian Blanks and Anthony Gee signed to continue their athletic careers at Meridian Community College and Houston, respectively. Gee secured his scholarship after winning the state championship in the 400-meter hurdles with a personal best time of 52.18 seconds. He is set to study biology at Houston, joining family members in collegiate athletics. Blanks, a newcomer to the sport, established school records in the triple jump and finished third in the 3A state meet. This commitment follows a transformative journey from an academically ineligible status to excelling in track and field.

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By the Numbers

•Anthony Gee won the 3A 400-meter hurdles state championship.
•Darian Blanks set a school record of 49-1 in the triple jump.
•Gee plans to study biology at the University of Houston.
•Blanks moved to Florida before his senior year to continue his track career.
•Both athletes' paths highlight significant personal and athletic growth.

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2:52 AMYahoo Sports — Pine Forest track and field's Blanks, Gee sign to next level

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Pine Forest track and field's Darian Blanks (Meridian CC) and Anthony Gee (Houston) announced the next steps in their athletic careers on June 1.
— Yahoo Sports

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