Sophia Palmier

Sophia Palmier
Sophia Palmier
  • Hometown:
    Manchester, Missouri
  • Year:
    Freshman
  • High School:
    Parkway South
Bio

2025: Begins first season at Blackburn. 

Before Blackburn: All conference in track for 3 events (all four years). Sectionals qualifier. Districts qualifier three times. Tied school record during junior year.

Personal: Daughter Shannon James-Palmier. Biology pre-med major. 

Campus job: Campus Services

Why Blackburn: I chose Blackburn because I loved the campus size and just how welcoming everyone was.

News mentions
Track & Field Compete in IC Thursday Throwdown
Track & Field Compete in IC Thursday Throwdown

JACKSONVILLE, IL -- The IC Thursday Throwdown provided a challenging day of competition for the Blackburn Beavers, as persistent winds impacted performances across the board. Despite the conditions, Blackburn athletes continued to show progress with multiple personal bests and strong early-season marks.

SLIAC Indoor Championships
SLIAC Indoor Championships

ELSAH, IL — The Blackburn College indoor track and field teams wrapped up their season with the strongest performances in program history at the SLIAC Indoor Championships in Elsah. Highlighted by the program’s first individual conference title, podium finishes, school records, and personal-best performances, the Beavers proved competitive across events throughout the two-day meet.

Beavers Compete at Jim Green Invite at Illinois College
Beavers Compete at Jim Green Invite at Illinois College

Blackburn will continue its indoor season as preparation ramps up for the SLIAC Indoor Championships later this month.

Palmier Named SLIAC Women's Indoor Track Athlete of the Week