Sidney native Karsyn Leeling wins high jump, moves into Nebraska top six all-time

Sidney native Karsyn Leeling wins the high jump at the Heartland Invitational, clearing 6-1 1/4 and moving into sixth all-time in Nebraska history.

February 14, 2026Updated: February 14, 2026
News Channel NebraskaBy News Channel Nebraska

Photo courtesy: Husker Track & Field

INDIANAPOLIS — Sidney native Karsyn Leeling added her name to the Nebraska record books Saturday, winning the women’s high jump at the Heartland Invitational with a mark of 1.86 meters (6 feet, 1 1/4 inches).

Leeling, a sophomore at Nebraska and a Sidney High School graduate, cleared 1.86 to claim the event title and move into sixth place all-time in program history in the indoor high jump.

Teammate Ela Velepec finished second at 1.83 meters (6-0). Gabriella Newman of Michigan and Malina Miller of Ball State tied for third at 1.74 meters (5-8 1/2). Nebraska freshman EJ Brown also cleared 1.74 to place fifth.

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