Queen Usunobun’s journey to NJCAA glory is nothing short of inspiring. The Nigerian quarter miler had to endure a challenging setback after an injury kept her off the track last season. Sitting out competitions, watching from the sidelines, and waiting for the right moment to return was undoubtedly tough, but Queen remained relentless. She put in the work behind the scenes, rebuilding herself physically and mentally, knowing that her time to shine would come.
And when it did, she delivered in spectacular fashion. Usunobun stormed through the NJCAA Indoor National Championship, setting a college best of 54.22s in the heats before stepping up when it mattered most.
In the final, she unleashed an even more dominant performance, clocking a blistering 53.89s to clinch the gold medal. That moment wasn’t just about winning it was about proving to herself and the world that setbacks don’t define champions, comebacks do.
Now, as an NJCAA Champion in her freshman year at Hinds Community College, Queen Usunobun is only getting started. Her resilience, fighting spirit, and raw talent are undeniable, and with this title under her belt, the future looks even brighter. From overcoming injury to standing atop the podium, Queen’s story is one of perseverance, and she has shown that she is ready to take on the next level of competition.