Jimoh and Farner Earn All-America Honors

Utah State football player Ade Jimoh and heptathlete Katie Farner were recently named to the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) All-America teams.


Jimoh, a senior from Woodland, Calif., started three years for the Aggie football team. In 2002, he recorded 53 total tackles and 1 interception. At 6'2', 195 pounds, Jimoh excelled in the weight room, bench pressing 355 pounds and squatting 450 pounds.

"Ade has a special quality about himself," said assistant USU strength and conditioning coach Paul Arndorfer. "The harder the workouts are, the harder he trains. He is a great leader, is well respected, and uses the training to make himself and his teammates better."

Farner, a senior from Garland, Utah, took first-place in the heptathlon at the 2002 Big West Championships. This year, she is the top Aggie heptathlete after the opening meet. She also excels in conditioning, with a vertical jump of 25 inches and a power clean of 155 pounds.

"Katie is very driven to keep making improvements in herself," said Arndorfer. "One of her best qualities is that she takes the time to help others be better by giving pointers on technique and pushing them to work harder."

Athletes are recognized for their athletic accomplishments, academic and personal achievements, community involvement and leadership qualities. The NSCA All-America award program is in its 20th year.