The College of New Jersey Athletics

BEFORE TCNJ: Cross country and track and field standout at Red Bank Regional High School ... Holds school record in the 4x800 relay ... State qualifier in three events ... Part of B-North Division championship for the Buccaneers in 2024 ... Received Teddy Purdon Award and Hammer Award ... Member of National Honor Society, National Math Honors Society, and National French Honors Society ... Also part of Key Club, Science League, and Environmental Club

WHY TCNJ? I chose TCNJ because of the  excellent student to teacher ratio allowing me to connect with my professors. Along with its well established athletics program and a highly regarded civil engineering department, TCNJ builds a strong learning environment especially for those who want to get involved in internships and research opportunities.

PERSONAL: Birthday is March 31 ... Parents are Neill and Jessica Groom ... Has one sibling, Gavin ... Biggest athletic thrill has been qualifying for states in three separate events ... Likes to surf and play pickleball ... Favorite post-meet meals are Chipotle and Chick-fil-A ... Favorite athletes are Cole Hocker, Parker Wolfe, and Josh Kerr ... Works as an ocean lifeguard for the city of Long Branch in Pier Village