Gyorffy, who was ranked No. 3 in the world in the indoor high jump this season, said she thinks she will be able to jump higher that 1.97 meters outdoors this spring. With her perseverance and consistency, this goal seems likely.
"She is very determined and works very hard," Turner said. "Sometimes, in fact, we have to rein her in because she works too hard."
Since her freshman year, Gyorffy has amazed the Harvard track coaches with her dedication and work ethic. Indeed, it is a rare event if she does not win in the high jump, and she also competes successfully in the triple jump.
Because of her outstanding personal accomplishments in the past weeks and for all she contributes to the Harvard team, the Crimson honors junior Dora Gyorffy as its Athlete of the Week.