Mitchell, 16, broke the national 60‑meter record with a time of 6.45 seconds, becoming the fastest American in the event this year. The C.E. King sprinter has also posted sub‑10‑second 100‑meter times and has been praised for his calm focus on the track.
Coached by his father Billy since age four, Mitchell credits family support for his development. He plans to play football and run track in college while working toward qualification for the 2028 Summer Olympics.