Shotputter Lawrence Kensinger breaks 43-year-old record at City championships
Lawrence Kensinger, a senior from Venice High, broke a 53-year-old City record in shot put at the City championships. He achieved a remarkable throw of 65 feet and 11 inches, surpassing the previous record set in 1973. Kensinger's performance not only set a new City record but also placed him at the top of the state rankings for the event.
- ▪Lawrence Kensinger threw the shot put 65 feet and 11 inches at the City championships.
- ▪He broke the previous City record of 64 feet and 8.75 inches set by David Gerasimchuck in 1973.
- ▪Kensinger's throw also made him the state leader in shot put.
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